Invertebrate and Chordata Labs Overview

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What is the distinctive feature of the T.S in ovary of cat?

It is a structure with many features

It is a structure that is unique because of its jelly-like appearance

It is a flat structure

It is a structure that is large and semi-ovoid (correct)

It is a round structure

What is the distinctive feature of the Amoeba sp.?

It is a structure with many features

It is a structure that resembles a shoe

It is a structure that is large and semi-ovoid

It is a structure that is unique because of its jelly-like appearance

It is a structure that is irregularly shaped (correct)

What is the distinctive feature of the Trypanosoma sp.?

It is a structure with many features (correct)

It is a structure that is unique because of its jelly-like appearance

It is a structure that resembles a shoe

It is a structure that is large and semi-ovoid

It is a structure that is irregularly shaped

What is the distinctive feature of the Plasmodium sp.?

It is a structure with many features Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the T.S of Sycon sp.?

It is a structure that resembles a rose Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Calcareous spicules of Sycon sp.?

They are needle-like and have two points Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Spongin fibres of bath sponge.?

It is a structure that resembles a bath sponge Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Hydra sp. (whole).?

It is a structure that is long and thin Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Obelia sp. (part of colony).?

It is a structure that resembles a tree Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Medusa of Obelia sp.?

It is a structure that resembles a round object with hair-like appendages Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of the Favia sp.?

It is a structure that has numerous circles on its surface Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of the Acropora sp.?

It is a structure that resembles a tree with branches Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of the Fasciola sp. (whole)?

It is a structure that resembles a worm that is long and flat Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of the T.S of Fasciola sp.?

It is a structure that has a pointy end Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of the Cercaria of Fasciola sp.?

It is a structure that has a large head and a straight tail Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Lymnea shell?

It is a structure that has an opening on the right side Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Schistosoma sp. Male?

It is a structure that is short, thick, and resembles a semi-circle Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lab 1 Invertebrates

Specimens include sections of rat testis, cat ovary, various protozoa (Amoeba, Trypanosoma, Plasmodium, Paramecium), a sponge (Sycon), sponge spicules, a hydra, obelia, and a medusa.

Lab 2 Invertebrates

Specimens include jellyfish (Aurelia), sea squirts (Alcyonium), corals (Favia, Fungia, Acropora, Coelaria, Galaxia), flatworms (Planaria), flukes (Fasciola), snail shells (Lymnea), blood flukes (Schistosoma), snails (Biomphalaria and Bulinus), tapeworms (Taenia).

Lab 3 Invertebrates

Specimens include roundworms (Ascaris), hookworms (Ancylostoma), pinworms (Enterobius), earthworm (Allolobophora), bristle worm (Pheretima), marine worm (Nereis), and leeches (Hirudo).

Lab 4 Invertebrates

Specimens include prawns (Penaeus Japonicus), centipedes (Scolopendra), scorpions (Buthus), lice (Pediculus), clams (Anodonta), starfish (Astropecten).

Lab Chordata

Specimens include amphioxus (adult and larva), dogfish (male and female), scales of bony fish, frog tadpole, lizard skin.

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Explore the fascinating world of invertebrates and chordates through a series of laboratory specimens. This quiz covers various organisms from the lab sessions, including protozoa, worms, and marine life, providing insights into their anatomy and classification. Test your knowledge of these diverse biological groups and their characteristics.