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Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with mammals?

  • Maintaining a constant body temperature
  • Presence of mammary glands
  • Presence of hair
  • Ability to lay eggs (correct)

    • What is the primary function of the vertebral column in vertebrates?

  • To store fat reserves
  • To form the skeletal axis of the body (correct)
  • To aid in locomotion
  • To protect internal organs

    • Which group of mammals is characterized by the presence of chisel-like incisors?

  • Whales
  • Rabbits and Hares (correct)
  • Bats
  • Elephants

    • What term describes warm-blooded animals that can generate and store heat?

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    Which animal is classified as a mammal?

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    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of birds?

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    Which of these mammals is known for its ability to adapt to flying?

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    Which feature distinguishes mammals from other vertebrates?

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    What distinguishes herbivorous mammals like horses and giraffes?

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    What is the largest living sea animal?

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    What is the primary characteristic that differentiates birds from amphibians?

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    Which of the following statements about reptiles is true?

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    What adaptation allows snakes to swallow prey larger than their heads?

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    How do most amphibians reproduce?

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    Which feature is characteristic of bony fish?

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    What is the primary habitat of crocodiles?

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    Which of the following birds is specifically adapted for swimming rather than flying?

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    Which amphibian is characterized as being tailless?

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    What is a distinguishing feature of jawless fish, such as lamprey eels?

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    Which reptile is known for having a protective outer shell made of bony plates?

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    Flashcards

    Vertebrates

    Animals with a backbone.

    Vertebral column

    The skeletal axis of vertebrate animals, made of vertebrae.

    Mammals

    Warm-blooded vertebrates with hair/fur, mammary glands, and usually a placenta.

    Endothermy

    Ability to regulate body temperature internally maintaining a stable, warm body temperature.

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    Mammary glands

    Glands in mammals that produce milk to feed young.

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    Placenta

    Exchange organ in many mammals between the mother and developing embryo.

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    Birds

    Warm-blooded vertebrates.

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    Invertebrate

    Animals without a backbone.

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    Examples of Mammals

    Animals like cats, dogs, bats, elephants, etc., exhibiting various characteristics.

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    Characteristics of Mammals

    Key traits such as hair, mammary glands, endothermy, and often a placenta.

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    Bird Features

    Birds have streamlined bodies covered in feathers, forelimbs adapted for flight, and hind limbs for walking, swimming, or perching.

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    Flightless Birds

    Not all birds can fly. Some, like penguins and ostriches, have adapted their wings for different purposes.

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    Amphibian Habitat

    Amphibians live both on land and in water, but typically need water for reproduction.

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    Amphibian Examples

    Examples of amphibians include salamanders, frogs, and toads. Each has unique characteristics.

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    Reptile Adaptation

    Reptiles have hard, dry scales for protection and living on land. They are not dependent on water for reproduction.

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    Reptile Diversity

    Reptiles include various groups like turtles, crocodiles, and lizards, each with distinct body forms.

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    Fish Gills

    Fish have gills for breathing underwater, allowing them to extract oxygen from the water.

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    Fish Habitat

    Fish live in both freshwater and saltwater environments, with some species migrating between them.

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    Jawless Fish Examples

    Lampreys and hagfish are jawless fish with unique features.

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    Shark and Ray Characteristics

    Sharks and rays are cartilaginous fish with paired jaws, fins, and multiple gills.

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    Study Notes

    Animal Classification

    • Animals are classified into vertebrates (with a backbone) and invertebrates (without a backbone).

    Vertebrates

    • Vertebrates have a backbone, also called the vertebral column.
    • The vertebral column is made of vertebrae (cartilaginous or bony segments).
    • Vertebrates include mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and fish.

    A. Mammals

    • Characteristics:

      • Possess hair/fur.
      • Have mammary glands.
      • Are endothermic (warm-blooded), maintaining constant body temperature.
      • Most develop a placenta for embryo nourishment.
      • Limbs adapted for various activities (running, flying, climbing, etc.).

    • Examples and characteristics of specific mammal groups:

      • Moles, Hedgehogs, Shrews: Nocturnal insect-eaters; the shrew is the smallest mammal.
      • Bats: Adapted for flight, using echolocation.
      • Canids (Cats, Dogs, Wolves, Foxes): Generally fast, strong, and intelligent.
      • Sloths, Ant Eaters, Armadillos: Sloths are slow, armadillos have bony plates for protection.
      • Rodents (Squirrels, Beavers, etc.): Growing incisors that continuously wear down.
      • Lagomorphs (Rabbits, Hares, Pikas): Chisel-like incisors with enamel, long hind legs for jumping.
      • Primates (Lemurs, Monkeys, Apes, Humans): Highly developed brains and other organs.
      • Ungulates (Horses, Zebras, etc.): Herbivorous mammals; many have even number of toes.
      • Aquatic mammals (Seals, Whales, etc.): Diverse aquatic adaptations. Blue whale is the largest animal.
      • Proboscideans (Elephants): Largest land animals; have trunks.

    B. Birds

    • Characteristics:
      • Warm-blooded vertebrates.
      • Streamlined bodies, covered with feathers.
      • Forelimbs modified into wings.
      • Wings primarily for flight, but some birds adapted for swimming (penguins) or running (ostriches).

    C. Amphibians

    • Characteristics:
      • Live on land and in water (often return to water to reproduce).
      • Eggs and sperm usually released in water.
      • Examples include salamanders, frogs, toads, caecilians.

    D. Reptiles

    • Characteristics:
      • Terrestrial animals.
      • Bodies covered with hard, dry scales.
      • Scales provide protection from drying and predators.
      • Examples include turtles, terrapins, tortoises, crocodiles, alligators, lizards, snakes, and geckos.

    E. Fish

    • Characteristics:
      • Highly vascular gills for gas exchange.
      • Live in both freshwater and saltwater environments.
      • Diverse groups:
        • Jawless fish: (Lampreys, Hagfishes)
        • Cartilaginous fish: (Sharks, Rays) - cartilaginous skeletons, paired jaws, gills, and fins. Whale shark is the largest.
        • Bony fish: (Tilapia, Bangus) - bony scales, diverse species.

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    Test your knowledge on animal classification with a focus on vertebrates and mammals. Dive into the characteristics and examples of various mammal groups, including their adaptations and unique traits. Perfect for biology enthusiasts looking to enhance their understanding of the animal kingdom.

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