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Amphibians: Characteristics and Life Cycle

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Amphibians: Characteristics and Life Cycle

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What is the main characteristic that distinguishes amphibians from reptiles based on the text provided?

Being ectotherms

Absorbing water through their skin (correct)

Having lungs for breathing

Having smooth and slimy skin

How do amphibians adapt to life on land according to the text?

By laying eggs in water

By developing thick, watertight skin

By being ectotherms

By evolving lungs for breathing air (correct)

What is a key difference in how amphibians and reptiles obtain water based on the text?

Reptiles absorb water through their skin

Amphibians don't drink water but absorb it through their skin (correct)

Amphibians use thick, dry skin to prevent water loss

Reptiles have lungs for breathing underwater

From the information provided, what is a significant similarity between tadpoles and terrestrial adult frogs?

Both undergo a metamorphosis process Signup and view all the answers

What is the major adaptation for flight in birds?

Wings and feathers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mammals?

Six chambered heart Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of birds having an efficient respiratory system?

To support the demands of flight Signup and view all the answers

Which structure supports the body of a developing chordate?

Notochord Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is unique to amphibians among vertebrates?

Gills for breathing Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is NOT a typical characteristic of fish?

Four-chambered heart Signup and view all the answers

What is a common way in which amphibians and fish differ?

Being egg-laying Signup and view all the answers