Kingdom Animalia (Vertebrates) Characteristics Quiz

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What type of animals are fish, amphibians, and reptiles in terms of body temperature regulation?

  • Homeotherms
  • Heterotherms
  • Endotherms
  • Ectotherms (correct)

What is a common characteristic of all species in the Animalia Kingdom?

  • Unicellular and heterotrophs
  • Multicellular and autotrophs
  • Unicellular and autotrophs
  • Multicellular and heterotrophs (correct)

Which part of the vertebrate's body is responsible for forming the brain and spinal cord?

  • Endostyle
  • Neural tube (correct)
  • Pharyngeal arches
  • Vertebral column

What is a backbone also known as in vertebrates?

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Which of the following statements about fish is NOT true?

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Which group of animals is most vulnerable to climate change according to the text?

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What is a characteristic of amphibians mentioned in the text?

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Which animal is considered the most venomous of all snakes according to the text?

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What is a common feature of reptiles mentioned in the text?

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What is the main human impact on vertebrates according to the text?

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Flashcards

Ectotherm

Animals that rely on external sources to regulate body temperature.

Animalia Kingdom Characteristics

Multicellular organisms that obtain nutrients by consuming other organisms.

Neural Tube

The embryonic structure that develops into the central nervous system.

Vertebral Column

The series of bones that protect the spinal cord.

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Amphibian Characteristic

Skin lacks scales, usually near water.

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Overfishing/Hunting Impact

Over-harvesting populations of a species.

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Swallowing food whole

A main characteristic for many reptiles when eating prey.

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Most Venomous Snake

Snakes use _______ to inject venom into prey.

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Climate change vulnerability

Vertebrates vulnerable to rising temperatures.

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Fish Characteristics

Organs responsible for extracting oxygen from water.

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