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Which membrane in the amniotic egg develops as an outgrowth of the hindgut?
Which membrane in the amniotic egg develops as an outgrowth of the hindgut?
- Amnion
- Allantoic membrane (correct)
- Yolk sac
- Chorion
What is the primary function of temporal fenestration in amniotes?
What is the primary function of temporal fenestration in amniotes?
- To regulate skull temperature
- To provide structural support to the skull
- To allow more space for the brain
- To provide attachment points for jaw muscles enabling diverse feeding strategies (correct)
An amniote with a skull that has two temporal fenestrae is classified as a:
An amniote with a skull that has two temporal fenestrae is classified as a:
- Mesosaur
- Diapsid (correct)
- Anapsid
- Synapsid
Which of these features is NOT a characteristic of amniotes?
Which of these features is NOT a characteristic of amniotes?
From which part of the developing embryo do the chorion and amnion originate?
From which part of the developing embryo do the chorion and amnion originate?
What is the primary function of muscles in fish?
What is the primary function of muscles in fish?
What additional function do muscles serve in tetrapods, beyond locomotion?
What additional function do muscles serve in tetrapods, beyond locomotion?
Why would large tetrapods have difficulty releasing CO2 through their skin?
Why would large tetrapods have difficulty releasing CO2 through their skin?
Which of these is NOT considered a synapomorphy of tetrapods?
Which of these is NOT considered a synapomorphy of tetrapods?
During which period did non-amniote tetrapods reach their peak diversity?
During which period did non-amniote tetrapods reach their peak diversity?
Which of the following best describes the significance of Tiktaalik in tetrapod evolution?
Which of the following best describes the significance of Tiktaalik in tetrapod evolution?
According to the presented information, the development of limbs in tetrapods is best described as:
According to the presented information, the development of limbs in tetrapods is best described as:
What kind of diet did most early tetrapods have?
What kind of diet did most early tetrapods have?
What environmental factor is most different on land compared to water, according to the materials?
What environmental factor is most different on land compared to water, according to the materials?
Which of the following best describes the term 'amniote'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'amniote'?
Which of the following is NOT a proposed reason for why animals moved onto land?
Which of the following is NOT a proposed reason for why animals moved onto land?
Which answer contains ONLY groups of amniotes?
Which answer contains ONLY groups of amniotes?
What significant advantage does air offer over water regarding oxygen availability?
What significant advantage does air offer over water regarding oxygen availability?
What structural feature allowed Tiktaalik more mobility than other fish species?
What structural feature allowed Tiktaalik more mobility than other fish species?
Which environmental concern does not directly relate to the transition of an animal from water to land?
Which environmental concern does not directly relate to the transition of an animal from water to land?
What role do the Hox A/D gene clusters play in the evolution of tetrapods?
What role do the Hox A/D gene clusters play in the evolution of tetrapods?
What is the primary function of the inner amniotic membrane?
What is the primary function of the inner amniotic membrane?
How does the ossification of ribs in amniotes improve their function?
How does the ossification of ribs in amniotes improve their function?
The presence of temporal fenestration in the skull of amniotes is significant because it:
The presence of temporal fenestration in the skull of amniotes is significant because it:
What is a key characteristic that differentiates synapsids from diapsids?
What is a key characteristic that differentiates synapsids from diapsids?
What is the function of the allantoic membrane in the amniotic egg?
What is the function of the allantoic membrane in the amniotic egg?
Which characteristic of Tiktaalik provides evidence of a transition towards tetrapods?
Which characteristic of Tiktaalik provides evidence of a transition towards tetrapods?
What is a major difference in the thermal environment experienced by land-dwelling animals compared to water-dwelling animals?
What is a major difference in the thermal environment experienced by land-dwelling animals compared to water-dwelling animals?
According to the presented information, what is the primary function of the Hox 11 and 13 genes?
According to the presented information, what is the primary function of the Hox 11 and 13 genes?
What skeletal modification in tetrapods enables a greater range of head movement compared to fish?
What skeletal modification in tetrapods enables a greater range of head movement compared to fish?
How does the density of air compared to water affect tetrapods moving onto land?
How does the density of air compared to water affect tetrapods moving onto land?
Why might early tetrapods have used dermal bone?
Why might early tetrapods have used dermal bone?
How does the concentration of oxygen in air compared to water impact the transition of animals to land?
How does the concentration of oxygen in air compared to water impact the transition of animals to land?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of non-amniote tetrapods?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of non-amniote tetrapods?
Why did the earliest tetrapods have an advantage moving to land compared to fish, regarding resources?
Why did the earliest tetrapods have an advantage moving to land compared to fish, regarding resources?
What is a key difference between early tetrapods and modern amphibians (Lissamphibians)?
What is a key difference between early tetrapods and modern amphibians (Lissamphibians)?
What does the homologous nature of tetrapod limbs and fish fins suggest?
What does the homologous nature of tetrapod limbs and fish fins suggest?
What is the primary reason that large tetrapods cannot release CO2 efficiently via their skin?
What is the primary reason that large tetrapods cannot release CO2 efficiently via their skin?
According to the information provided, which of these is a functional feature that Tiktaalik developed to aid in movement?
According to the information provided, which of these is a functional feature that Tiktaalik developed to aid in movement?
During which geological period did insect diversity increase significantly, coinciding with the radiation of non-amniote tetrapods?
During which geological period did insect diversity increase significantly, coinciding with the radiation of non-amniote tetrapods?
Which of the following is a synapomorphy shared by all tetrapods?
Which of the following is a synapomorphy shared by all tetrapods?
When did amniotes first appear, and during which period did they undergo their major radiation?
When did amniotes first appear, and during which period did they undergo their major radiation?
How does the ossification of ribs and their connection to the sternum improve functionality in amniotes?
How does the ossification of ribs and their connection to the sternum improve functionality in amniotes?
Which of the following factors is most directly related to the evolution of longer necks in amniotes?
Which of the following factors is most directly related to the evolution of longer necks in amniotes?
In amniotes, what is the functional significance of the allantoic membrane, which develops as an outgrowth of the hindgut?
In amniotes, what is the functional significance of the allantoic membrane, which develops as an outgrowth of the hindgut?
How does the presence or absence of temporal fenestration in amniote skulls relate to feeding mechanisms?
How does the presence or absence of temporal fenestration in amniote skulls relate to feeding mechanisms?
How does internal fertilization in nonavian reptiles influence their reproductive strategies, particularly in the context of environmental sex determination?
How does internal fertilization in nonavian reptiles influence their reproductive strategies, particularly in the context of environmental sex determination?
What evolutionary advantage did the development of a muscular tongue provide to early tetrapods?
What evolutionary advantage did the development of a muscular tongue provide to early tetrapods?
How does the attachment of the pelvic girdle to the backbone contribute to the success of tetrapods on land?
How does the attachment of the pelvic girdle to the backbone contribute to the success of tetrapods on land?
What is a plausible explanation for why early large tetrapods could NOT rely on cutaneous respiration alone?
What is a plausible explanation for why early large tetrapods could NOT rely on cutaneous respiration alone?
What role might dermal bone have played in early tetrapods transitioning to land?
What role might dermal bone have played in early tetrapods transitioning to land?
What is the functional significance of tetrapods possessing two occipital condyles, compared to fish which typically have only one?
What is the functional significance of tetrapods possessing two occipital condyles, compared to fish which typically have only one?
How did the increase in insect diversity during the Pennsylvanian period likely impact the radiation of non-amniote tetrapods?
How did the increase in insect diversity during the Pennsylvanian period likely impact the radiation of non-amniote tetrapods?
How did the stapes and tympanum likely improve the fitness of early tetrapods?
How did the stapes and tympanum likely improve the fitness of early tetrapods?
In tetrapods, beyond locomotion, what additional crucial function do muscles serve that supports terrestrial life?
In tetrapods, beyond locomotion, what additional crucial function do muscles serve that supports terrestrial life?
How did the disconnection of the shoulders from the skull benefit Tiktaalik?
How did the disconnection of the shoulders from the skull benefit Tiktaalik?
What is the significance of the Hox A/D gene cluster in the evolution of tetrapods?
What is the significance of the Hox A/D gene cluster in the evolution of tetrapods?
How does the density difference between air and water affect the skeletal structure of tetrapods compared to fish?
How does the density difference between air and water affect the skeletal structure of tetrapods compared to fish?
Considering the environmental changes encountered when transitioning from water to land, how might early tetrapods have adapted to the increased temperature fluctuations?
Considering the environmental changes encountered when transitioning from water to land, how might early tetrapods have adapted to the increased temperature fluctuations?
How did the availability of new resources on land potentially drive the transition of aquatic animals to terrestrial environments?
How did the availability of new resources on land potentially drive the transition of aquatic animals to terrestrial environments?
Given that oxygen diffuses more rapidly in air than in water, what advantage did this provide to early tetrapods?
Given that oxygen diffuses more rapidly in air than in water, what advantage did this provide to early tetrapods?
What role did the expression of Hox11 and Hox13 genes play in the development of tetrapod limbs?
What role did the expression of Hox11 and Hox13 genes play in the development of tetrapod limbs?
Which scenario best describes a plausible reason for the earliest tetrapods to venture onto land?
Which scenario best describes a plausible reason for the earliest tetrapods to venture onto land?
Flashcards
Tetrapods
Tetrapods
A group of animals that includes all amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals, distinguished by having four limbs, a vertebral column, lungs, and a closed circulatory system.
Tiktaalik
Tiktaalik
A fish that possessed features that were transitional between fish and tetrapods, including a flattened body, neck, and limbs with wrist joints.
Transition to Land
Transition to Land
The transition from aquatic life to terrestrial life presented a significant shift in the environment, demanding adaptations to cope with the differences in oxygen availability, gravity, temperature, and resources.
Oxygen Availability
Oxygen Availability
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Gravity and Density
Gravity and Density
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Thermal Environment
Thermal Environment
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Resources
Resources
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Forelimb Development
Forelimb Development
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Chorion
Chorion
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Amnion
Amnion
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Allantois
Allantois
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Amniotic Egg
Amniotic Egg
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Temporal Fenestration
Temporal Fenestration
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Locomotion in tetrapods
Locomotion in tetrapods
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Breathing challenges for early tetrapods
Breathing challenges for early tetrapods
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Tetrapod Synapomorphies
Tetrapod Synapomorphies
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Early Tetrapods
Early Tetrapods
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Modern Amphibians
Modern Amphibians
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Radiation of Non-Amniote Tetrapods
Radiation of Non-Amniote Tetrapods
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Amniote Evolution
Amniote Evolution
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Amniotes
Amniotes
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Homology of Forelimbs
Homology of Forelimbs
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Breathing Challenges
Breathing Challenges
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Synapsids, Diapsids, Anapsids
Synapsids, Diapsids, Anapsids
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Locomotion
Locomotion
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Eyelids
Eyelids
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Internal Nostrils
Internal Nostrils
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Muscular Tongue
Muscular Tongue
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Stapes
Stapes
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Pelvic Girdle
Pelvic Girdle
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Synapsida
Synapsida
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What are Tetrapods?
What are Tetrapods?
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What is Tiktaalik?
What is Tiktaalik?
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Why shift to land?
Why shift to land?
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Fin-Limb Connection
Fin-Limb Connection
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Limb sections
Limb sections
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Major environmental considerations
Major environmental considerations
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Air vs. Water (O2)
Air vs. Water (O2)
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Air vs. Water (Density)
Air vs. Water (Density)
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Eureptilia
Eureptilia
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Parareptilia
Parareptilia
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Chorion Function
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Amnion Function
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Allantoic Membrane
Allantoic Membrane
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Study Notes
Tetrapod Phylogeny
- Vertebrae features include the pleurocentrum, which is the dominant component.
- Digits range from five or fewer, indicating evolutionary adaptation.
- Olecranon processes on ulna bones contribute to unique joint articulations.
- Uric acid excretion and beta keratin in the skin are other notable features.
- Tetrapods have hands and feet with digits, and have lost fin rays.
Tiktaalik
- Has areas for insertion of large muscles to facilitate head movement on its body.
- Possesses projections for strong forelimb flexors extending to the underside of the humerus.
- Supracleithral and opercular bones were lost during evolution.
- Exhibits robust, overlapping ribs without zygopophyseal articulations.
- Features an ilium that ascends dorsally but does not contact the vertebral column.
- Hip socket is situated laterally and towards the back of the pelvis
- Possesses an elbow capable of flexion and "wrist" bones for limb movement.
- Retained fin rays which are shorter than in other tetrapodomorph fishes.
- Pubis and ischium are not fused and have not sacral contact.
Acanthostega
- Has a vertebral column differentiated into neck, trunk, and tail regions.
- Features a large tail fin with dermal fin rays.
- Has weak zygapophyses and a weak sacral connection.
- Possesses small ribs.
- Limbs are relatively simple with 8 digits.
- Features a tripartite pelvis with an ischium for hindlimb retractors.
Ichthyostega
- Has stronger zygapophyses, which support the vertebral column, and is highly differentiated, especially within the trunk region.
- Exhibits a stronger sacral connection.
- Features robust, overlapping ribs.
- Possesses a distinct olecranon process on the ulna.
- Features a more robust paddle-like hindlimb with 7 toes and a very robust tripartite pelvis.
Forelimb Development
- The Stylopod encompasses the humerus in the forelimb and the femur in the hindlimb.
- The Zeugopod includes the radius and ulna in the forelimb, and the tibia and fibula in the hindlimb.
- The Autopod consists of carpals/metacarpals/phalanges in the forelimb, and tarsals/metatarsals/phalanges in the hindlimb.
Amniote Skull Classification
- Temporal fenestration dictates where muscles attach to the head and jaws, which varies among groups for food capture and chewing.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy and features of amniotes with this quiz. Questions cover aspects like the development of membranes in the amniotic egg, temporal fenestration, and classification based on skull features. Perfect for students studying vertebrate biology or comparative anatomy.
