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What is the function of an exoskeleton?

  • To support the hydrostatic pressure of body fluids
  • To support internal organs and tissues
  • To be a flexible internal structure
  • To provide a rigid outer shell for shape support (correct)
  • What is the composition of vertebrate skeletons?

  • Plated internal shells
  • Hydrostatically supported body cavities
  • Hard-shelled exoskeleton
  • Bones and cartilages (correct)
  • What is the etymology of the term 'skeleton'?

  • From Old English 'skel' meaning 'frame'
  • Ancient Greek σκελετός (skeletós) 'dried up' (correct)
  • Derived from Latin 'sceleton'
  • Archaic form of the word 'sceleton'
  • What is the defining attribute of solid skeletons?

    <p>Consist of hard substances like bone or cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of invertebrate skeletons?

    <p>Varied, including hard-shelled exoskeleton and internal shells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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