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What is the mode of nutrition exhibited by members of the animal kingdom?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of animals?
What is the largest kingdom amongst the five kingdoms proposed by Whittaker?
What is the meaning of the term 'Porifera' used to describe a phylum in the animal kingdom?
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How has the animal kingdom been classified based on their body design or differentiation?
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What is the meaning of the term 'Coelenterata'?
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Which phylum is commonly known as flatworms?
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What is the largest phylum in the animal kingdom?
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What is the meaning of the term 'Echinodermata'?
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Which phylum consists of nematodes or roundworms?
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Study Notes
Animal Kingdom Characteristics
- Members of the animal kingdom exhibit heterotrophic mode of nutrition, meaning they obtain energy by consuming other organisms.
Classification of Animal Kingdom
- The largest kingdom amongst the five kingdoms proposed by Whittaker is the animal kingdom.
Phylum Classification
- 'Porifera' refers to a phylum in the animal kingdom that includes sponges.
- 'Coelenterata' is a term used to describe a phylum that includes jellyfishes and corals.
- Phylum Platyhelminthes is commonly known as flatworms.
- The largest phylum in the animal kingdom is Arthropoda, which includes insects, crustaceans, and arachnids.
- 'Echinodermata' is a term used to describe a phylum that includes starfish, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers.
- Phylum Nematoda consists of nematodes or roundworms.
Body Design Differentiation
- The animal kingdom has been classified based on their body design or differentiation into asymmetrical, radial, and bilateral symmetry.
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Test your knowledge of the animal kingdom with our quiz! From phylum to subphylum, this quiz covers the basics of Kingdom Animalia. See how well you know the different types of animals and their unique characteristics. Challenge yourself with this educational quiz and expand your understanding of the animal world.
