Animal Diversity
10 Questions
4 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which clade includes animals with a bilaterally symmetric body plan?

  • Protostomes
  • Deuterostomes
  • Radiata
  • Bilateria (correct)
  • What is the estimated number of living animal species as of 2022?

  • 2.16 million (correct)
  • 1.5 million
  • 4.2 million
  • 3.5 million
  • During which period did the Cambrian explosion, where many modern animal phyla became established, begin?

  • Around 539 million years ago (correct)
  • Around 1 billion years ago
  • Around 200 million years ago
  • Around 100 million years ago
  • What is the approximate range in length of animals mentioned in the text?

    <p>8.5 micrometres to 33.6 metres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientific study is known as the study of animals?

    <p>Zoology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of working animals?

    <p>Performing tasks instead of being slaughtered for animal products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which animal is an example of a service animal trained to execute specialized tasks?

    <p>Hunting dog</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are working animals usually raised?

    <p>On farms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the uses of the strength of horses, elephants, and oxen mentioned in the text?

    <p>Pulling carts and moving loads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purpose do police forces use dogs?

    <p>Finding illegal substances and assisting in apprehending wanted persons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Animal Phylogeny

    • Bilateria is the clade that includes animals with a bilaterally symmetric body plan.

    Animal Diversity

    • The estimated number of living animal species as of 2022 is approximately 9.5 million.

    Cambrian Explosion

    • The Cambrian explosion, a period of rapid diversification of animal life, began around 541 million years ago.

    Animal Size

    • The text mentions animals ranging in length from microscopic to over 30 meters.

    Zoology

    • The scientific study of animals is known as zoology.

    Working Animals

    • Working animals are primarily used for tasks that benefit humans.

    Service Animals

    • A dog trained to assist someone with a disability is an example of a service animal.

    Raising Working Animals

    • Working animals are typically raised in farms or specialized facilities.

    Strength of Animals

    • The strength of horses, elephants, and oxen is used for tasks like transportation, farming, and construction.

    Police Dogs

    • Police forces use dogs for detection, apprehension, and protection purposes.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    Test your knowledge about the diverse world of animals with this quiz! Explore the characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of various animal species while learning interesting facts about their biology and evolution.

    More Like This

    Working Animals Quiz
    10 questions

    Working Animals Quiz

    BetterPrehnite avatar
    BetterPrehnite
    Psychology Working Memory Model
    8 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser