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What fatal complications can occur if paralysis of muscles involved in swallowing and respiration is left untreated?
What fatal complications can occur if paralysis of muscles involved in swallowing and respiration is left untreated?
Can be fatal
How quickly can urine turn dark reddish, brown, or black in cases of acute renal failure?
How quickly can urine turn dark reddish, brown, or black in cases of acute renal failure?
Within 3-8 hours
What is the unique ability of the marine iguana among modern lizards?
What is the unique ability of the marine iguana among modern lizards?
To live and forage in the sea
What is the diving capability of the marine iguana into the water?
What is the diving capability of the marine iguana into the water?
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Where is the marine iguana exclusively found?
Where is the marine iguana exclusively found?
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What is the habitat preference of the marine iguana besides rocky shores?
What is the habitat preference of the marine iguana besides rocky shores?
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What is the meaning of the Latin word "reptilis"?
What is the meaning of the Latin word "reptilis"?
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How do reptiles regulate their body temperature?
How do reptiles regulate their body temperature?
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What distinguishes reptiles from mammals and amphibians in terms of reproduction?
What distinguishes reptiles from mammals and amphibians in terms of reproduction?
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What are the external coverings of reptiles that provide protection and vary among species?
What are the external coverings of reptiles that provide protection and vary among species?
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What is the term for reptiles that have four limbs or descended from four-limbed ancestors?
What is the term for reptiles that have four limbs or descended from four-limbed ancestors?
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Which Order of reptiles includes animals like turtles and tortoises?
Which Order of reptiles includes animals like turtles and tortoises?
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What is the significance of the Order Testudines in the classification of reptiles?
What is the significance of the Order Testudines in the classification of reptiles?
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How many extant species are found in Order Sphenodontia, and where are they primarily found?
How many extant species are found in Order Sphenodontia, and where are they primarily found?
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What are the main members of Order Squamata, and what is their approximate species count?
What are the main members of Order Squamata, and what is their approximate species count?
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Discuss the characteristics of marine reptiles and provide an example of a group that has re-entered the oceans.
Discuss the characteristics of marine reptiles and provide an example of a group that has re-entered the oceans.
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What is the total number of species in Order Crocodilia, and name some common members of this order.
What is the total number of species in Order Crocodilia, and name some common members of this order.
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Explain the role of sea snakes among marine reptiles and mention their primary habitats.
Explain the role of sea snakes among marine reptiles and mention their primary habitats.
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