Mollusks and Annelids Overview
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What is the primary function of jaws in gnathostomes?

  • To aid in swimming
  • To grasp and tear food (correct)
  • To produce sound
  • To facilitate breathing

Which characteristic distinguishes Chondrichthyes from other classes of fishes?

  • Presence of gills
  • Presence of bony skeleton
  • Presence of cartilaginous skeleton (correct)
  • Presence of swim bladder

What is the primary use of vivid coloration in cephalopods?

  • Communication with other species
  • Camouflage and defense against predators (correct)
  • Thermoregulation
  • Attracting mates

Approximately how long ago did Chondrichthyes evolve?

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What adaptation allows sharks to detect their prey's electromagnetic fields?

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Which anatomical feature is common to all cephalopods?

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How do cephalopods primarily move through water?

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Which of the following is NOT commonly found in cartilaginous fishes?

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What characterizes the sex differentiation in cephalopods?

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How do most sharks typically feed?

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What type of feeding strategy is employed by some sharks and rays?

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What is a defining feature of Scaphopoda?

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Which of these is a characteristic of the Chondrichthyes clade?

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What is the significance of water or humidity for annelids?

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Which characteristic does NOT apply to cephalopods?

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Which statement about nautilus is true?

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What is the primary function of pharyngeal slits in aquatic organisms?

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In jawed fishes, what do pharyngeal slits become modified into?

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What term refers to the group of four-footed animals that includes amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals?

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Which statement about the post-anal tail is true for most terrestrial vertebrates?

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Where do pharyngeal slits appear in the development of chordates?

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Which of the following is a feature that vertebrates do NOT possess at any stage of their development?

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Which group of invertebrates belongs to the phylum Chordata?

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Why are birds considered tetrapods?

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Which term refers specifically to species of Testudines that live in freshwater?

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Which of the following adaptations in birds allows them to regulate their body temperature?

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What is the main advantage of birds having pneumatic bones?

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What distinguishes the respiratory system of birds from that of mammals?

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What is a primary function of contour feathers in birds?

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Which anatomical feature do most bird species lack in comparison to other vertebrates?

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What primary benefit do air sacs provide to birds?

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What characteristic of birds is primarily responsible for their ability to fly?

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What is the primary function of the lateral line in sharks?

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Which reproductive strategy is most commonly found in sharks?

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How can rays and skates be distinguished from sharks?

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What characteristic defines bony fishes (clade Osteichthyes)?

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What is the purpose of the mucus secreted by glands in the skin of bony fishes?

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What distinguishes oviparous sharks from other reproductive strategies?

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What is the primary function of a shark egg case, commonly referred to as a 'mermaid's purse'?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of bony fishes?

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What characteristic is unique to Anura among the clades of Amphibia?

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Which type of respiration is not found in adult salamanders?

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How do frogs typically fertilize their eggs?

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What is the average number of extant amphibian species estimated to exist?

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Which of the following best describes the life cycle of frogs?

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Which adaptation helps frogs avoid predation?

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What distinguishes Urodela from other amphibian clades?

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In what environment are frog eggs typically laid?

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Flashcards

Cephalopod Locomotion

Cephalopods move by jet propulsion, contracting their mantle cavity to forcefully expel water.

Cephalopod Camouflage

Cephalopods rapidly change color to match backgrounds or startle predators.

Cephalopod Nervous System

Cephalopods have a well-developed nervous system and complex eyes.

Tusk Shell Structure

Tusk shells, or tooth shells, are open at both ends and usually buried in sand.

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Cephalopod Shell (Nautilus)

Nautilus have a spiral, multi-chambered shell to regulate buoyancy.

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Annelida Habitat

Annelids live in marine, terrestrial, and freshwater environments; water or humidity is crucial for terrestrial species

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Annelida Segmentation

Annelids are segmented worms.

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Cephalopod Tentacles

Cephalopod tentacles have suckers and are used for movement and capturing prey.

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Pharyngeal slits

Openings in the pharynx that connect to the outside environment. They allow water to exit and/or are used to filter food.

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Pharyngeal slits (in fishes)

Modified pharyngeal slits that form gill supports in fish. Jaw supports in jawed fish.

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Pharyngeal slits (in tetrapods)

Modified in tetrapods to be parts of the ear and tonsils. Tetrapods are four-legged vertebrates.

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Post-anal tail

The posterior body part extending beyond the anus. It contains skeletal elements and muscles.

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Post-anal tail (function)

Provides locomotion in aquatic species and balance as well as other functions in terrestrial ones. (Including signaling)

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Invertebrate chordates

Chordates that are not vertebrates (have a notochord but no backbone).

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Urochordata (tunicates)

A type of invertebrate chordate.

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Cephalochordata (lancelets)

Another type of invertebrate chordate.

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Gnathostomes

Vertebrates that have jaws, including both cartilaginous and bony fishes.

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Jaw Evolution

The development of jaws allowed early vertebrates to exploit new food resources by grasping and tearing, unlike jawless fishes.

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Chondrichthyes

The clade of cartilaginous fishes, including sharks, rays, skates, and chimaeras.

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Shark Skeleton

Sharks have a skeleton made of cartilage, which is strengthened by calcium carbonate granules.

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Shark Feeding

Most sharks are carnivores, feeding on live prey either by swallowing it whole or tearing it with their jaws and teeth.

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Electroreception

The ability to detect electromagnetic fields produced by living things, especially important for sharks to find prey.

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Ampullae of Lorenzini

Specialized organs in sharks that allow them to detect electromagnetic fields for hunting.

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Lateral Line

A sensory organ in fish that detects movement and vibrations in water, allowing them to navigate and locate prey.

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Shark Reproduction

Most sharks are ovoviviparous, meaning they retain fertilized eggs inside their bodies and give birth to live young. Some are oviparous (lay eggs) and a few are viviparous (live birth).

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Shark Egg Case

Oviparous sharks lay eggs protected by a tough, leathery case called a 'mermaid's purse' which attaches to seaweed.

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Rays and Skates

Closely related to sharks, rays and skates have flattened bodies, large pectoral fins joined to the head, and gill slits on their underside.

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Bony Fish Skeleton

Bony fishes have a skeleton made of bone, with specialized cells called osteocytes that produce and maintain the bone.

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Bony Fish Scales

The skin of most bony fishes is covered in overlapping scales, which are often coated in mucus for reduced drag while swimming.

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Bony Fish Lateral Line

Like sharks, bony fishes have a lateral line system that detects vibrations in water.

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Osteichthyes

The clade of bony fishes, the largest group of vertebrates with over 30,000 species.

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Amphibian Diversity

Amphibians are a group of over 6,500 species that live in tropical and temperate regions worldwide. They're divided into three main groups: salamanders (Urodela), frogs (Anura), and caecilians (Apoda).

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Salamander Features

Salamanders, with around 500 species, typically have four limbs and a tail. They can be aquatic, terrestrial, or have a mix of both lifestyles. Some lack lungs and breathe through their skin or gills.

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Frog Adaptations

Frogs, the largest amphibian group, have specialized bodies for jumping. They use camouflage and toxins for defense. Their eggs are fertilized externally and laid in moist environments.

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Frog Parental Care

Frog species show a variety of parental care, from minimal involvement to carrying eggs or tadpoles on their bodies.

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Tadpole Stage

The larval stage of a frog is called a tadpole. They are often herbivores, have gills for breathing, a lateral line system, and a finned tail but no limbs.

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Frog Metamorphosis

During metamorphosis, a tadpole gradually transforms into an adult frog. This involves significant changes, including losing its tail, growing legs, and developing lungs.

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Amphibian Reproduction

Amphibians reproduce through external fertilization, where eggs are usually laid in water. The eggs develop into tadpoles, which then undergo metamorphosis into adults.

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Amphibian Habitat

Amphibians are found in a wide range of habitats, including forests, wetlands, and even deserts. They are particularly sensitive to habitat loss and pollution.

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What is a bird?

Birds are endothermic, feathered animals that evolved from reptiles. They are uniquely adapted for flight and have hollow bones, efficient respiratory systems, and other features that aid in flight.

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Feathers

Modified reptilian scales that are highly specialized for insulation, flight, display, and other functions.

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Pneumatic bones

Hollow, air-filled bones found in birds that reduce weight and help with flight.

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Bird respiration

Birds have a unique respiratory system that allows for continuous flow of air through their lungs, leading to efficient gas exchange.

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Endothermy

The ability to generate and maintain a stable internal body temperature through metabolic processes.

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Adaptation for flight

Birds have many adaptations that contribute to flight, including hollow bones, air sac system, feathers, and a fusion of certain bones.

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Bird evolution

Birds evolved from reptiles, and are considered to be a clade within the reptile group.

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Why do birds have only one ovary?

This is a weight reduction adaptation to improve flight efficiency. It further reduces the bird's overall weight.

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Study Notes

Mollusks and Annelids

  • Mollusks are a diverse group of mostly marine species, ranging from predatory squid/octopus to small grazing forms.
  • Mollusks have a soft body, ventral muscular foot for locomotion, visceral mass (internal organs), and a dorsal mantle.
  • The mantle may or may not secrete a calcium carbonate shell.
  • Many mollusks have a radula (scraping structure) at the mouth.
  • Mollusks are eucoelomates, but the coelomic cavity is constrained to a region around the heart.
  • The mantle cavity houses gills, anus, sensory organs, and gametes.
  • Most mollusks have an open circulatory system. Some, like octopuses and squids, have a closed system.
  • Mollusks have seven classes: Aplacophora, Monoplacophora, Polyplacophora, Bivalvia, Gastropoda, Cephalopoda, and Scaphopoda.

Annelids

  • Annelids (segmented worms) inhabit marine, terrestrial, and freshwater environments.
  • Annelids have a segmented body plan (metamerism), allowing for independent modifications in each segment.
  • The skin of annelids is protected by a cuticle.
  • Chaetae (hair-like extensions) are present in many annelids, defining their group.
  • Many polychaetes have parapodia (paired, unjointed limbs) to aid in locomotion and respiration.
  • Annelids have a true coelom to hold organs.
  • Annelids have a complete digestive system (mouth, pharynx, esophagus, crop etc.).
  • They have a closed circulatory system with blood vessels, pumping hearts (anterior), and capillaries.
  • Annelids have a "kidney" called metanephridia for excretion.
  • Annelids have a nervous system with ventral nerve cords and a nerve ring around the pharynx.
  • Annelids are either monoecious or dioecious.

Echinoderms

  • Echinoderms have spiny skin composed of ossicles (calcareous skeletal elements).
  • Echinoderms exhibit pentaradial symmetry in adults, while larvae stage shows bilateral symmetry.
  • Echinoderms have a water vascular system involved in gas exchange, nutrient transport & locomotion.
  • Echinoderms have a remarkable ability to regenerate.
  • Echinoderms are exclusively marine and include sea stars, brittle stars, sea urchins, sand dollars, and sea cucumbers.
  • Echinoderms have a nerve ring and radial nerves extending outward along the arms.

Chordates

  • Chordates have a notochord (flexible, rod-shaped structure), dorsal hollow nerve cord, pharyngeal slits, and a post-anal tail.
  • Most chordates are vertebrates.
  • Vertebrates include the lampreys, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
  • Chordates that are not vertebrates include tunicates and lancelets.
  • The notochord gives structural support for the developing embryo, while in vertebrates, it's eventually replaced by the vertebral column.

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