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← Nature & AnimalsWhich mechanism governs the homing success of hatchling Loggerhead turtles in magnetic navigation?
A)Magnetic imprint✓
B)Celestial alignment
C)Olfactory receptor binding
D)Current pressure sensing
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Homing success during migration relies on magnetic imprint, because hatchlings learn the magnetic signature of their natal areas and navigate accordingly. Therefore, they return to suitable environments, rather than using other navigation methods exclusively.
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