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IEW Strcture and Style for Students: Scorpions

John Paul Hill
6/17/2020
                                  Scorpions

Scorpions are not insects. They are arachnids, with eight legs, two pincers, and a barbed tail. They are found on every continent except Antarctica. All species of scorpion are venomous, but only about 30 have venom that can kill a human. They use their sting to paralyze their prey. They need very little air or food. They can even survive being kept in a freezer overnight! Scorpion babies ride on their mother's back. In China, scorpions are sold as a delicacy.

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  1. I know. But just in case you're wondering where I got the picture, I got it from the web. Thanks, Finn! — John Paul

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