5 Questions
What is a characteristic that separates chordates from all other animals?
Post-anal tail
Which extant chordates are postulated to be most like the earliest chordates in appearance?
Lancelets
What did chordate pharyngeal slits appear to have functioned first as?
Suspension-feeding devices
A new species of aquatic chordate closely resembles an ancient form. In addition to the given characteristics, it will probably have which of the following characteristics?
No jaws
How do lampreys differ from hagfishes?
Having pharyngeal clefts that develop into pharyngeal slits
Test your knowledge of chordates with this quiz! From identifying key characteristics that set chordates apart from other animals to understanding the unique features of chordate embryos, this quiz will challenge your understanding of this diverse animal group.
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