5 Questions
Which of the following is true about the deep sea?
It is home to the oldest known fossil
What is the name of the fossil discovered in Utah?
Megasiphon thylacos
When do tunicates begin their development?
As larvae
What do tunicates transform into during metamorphosis?
Barrel-shaped adults
Which event is associated with the establishment of the tunicate body plan?
The Cambrian Explosion
Study Notes
Deep Sea
- Deep sea is characterized by extreme pressure, near-freezing temperatures, and a lack of light.
Fossil Discovery
- The fossil discovery in Utah is of a primitive vertebrate called Myllokunmingia.
Tunicate Development
- Tunicates begin their development as free-swimming larvae.
Tunicate Metamorphosis
- During metamorphosis, tunicates transform into sessile filter feeders attached to rocks or reefs.
Tunicate Body Plan Establishment
- The establishment of the tunicate body plan is associated with the Cambrian explosion event.
Test your knowledge about deep sea exploration and marine fossils with this quiz! Learn about the exciting discovery of the Megasiphon thylacos fossil, a species of tunicates dating back 500 million years, and dive into the mysteries of the deep sea.
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