Animal Integument Specializations Quiz
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What is the function of scales in reptiles?

  • Aiding in preening and defense
  • Supporting and protecting the feet
  • Allowing for precise grasping and fine motor skills
  • Reducing water loss and aiding in locomotion (correct)
  • What is the function of beaks in birds and some reptiles?

  • Serving various functions including defense, dominance display, and mate attraction
  • Reducing water loss and aiding in locomotion
  • Providing a strong and lightweight structure for feeding, preening, and defense (correct)
  • Aiding in catching prey, climbing, digging, and defense
  • What is the function of claws in mammals, birds, and some reptiles?

  • Reducing water loss and aiding in locomotion
  • Providing support, protection, and helping with locomotion on various terrains
  • Aiding in catching prey, climbing, digging, and defense (correct)
  • Allowing for precise grasping and fine motor skills
  • What are horns in some mammals, such as cows and goats, covered with?

    <p>Keratin sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What animals have hoofs on their feet?

    <p>Ungulates such as horses, cattle, and deer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are nails found in mammals?

    <p>On the tips of digits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following provide protection and reduce water loss in reptiles?

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

    Which structures aid in catching prey, climbing, digging, and defense?

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

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