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Which phylum includes organisms like sponges?
Which phylum includes organisms like sponges?
- Porifera (correct)
- Cnidaria
- Annelida
- Platyhelminthes
What type of organism belongs to the phylum Arthropoda?
What type of organism belongs to the phylum Arthropoda?
- Flat worms
- Star fishes
- Snails
- Insects (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of Echinodermata?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Echinodermata?
- Jointed legs
- Flat body structure
- Aquatic vertebrates
- Radial symmetry (correct)
In which phylum would you classify leeches?
In which phylum would you classify leeches?
Which phylum features organisms known for possessing a true coelom?
Which phylum features organisms known for possessing a true coelom?
Which phylum includes organisms that are typically characterized by a soft body and often a shell?
Which phylum includes organisms that are typically characterized by a soft body and often a shell?
In which phylum would you find organisms that exhibit radial symmetry and often have stinging cells?
In which phylum would you find organisms that exhibit radial symmetry and often have stinging cells?
Which of the following phyla is characterized by segmented bodies?
Which of the following phyla is characterized by segmented bodies?
Which phylum contains animals with a notochord at some stage of their life cycle?
Which phylum contains animals with a notochord at some stage of their life cycle?
Which type of organism is included in the phylum Nemathelminthes/Aschelminthes?
Which type of organism is included in the phylum Nemathelminthes/Aschelminthes?
Flashcards
Porifera
Porifera
Multicellular animals with specialized cells forming simple tissues with a central cavity, but no organs or organ systems. Examples include sponges like Leucosolenia and Sycon.
Cnidaria
Cnidaria
Animals characterized by radial symmetry, a gastrovascular cavity, and stinging cells called cnidocytes. Examples include Hydra and jellyfish.
Platyhelminthes
Platyhelminthes
Bilaterally symmetrical, unsegmented worms with no body cavity. Examples include flatworms like tapeworms.
Nematoda
Nematoda
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Annelida
Annelida
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What are pseudocoelomates?
What are pseudocoelomates?
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What are coelomates?
What are coelomates?
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What are arthropods?
What are arthropods?
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What are molluscs?
What are molluscs?
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What are chordates?
What are chordates?
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Study Notes
Phyla of the Kingdom Animalia
- Porifera (Sponges): Includes examples like Leucosolenia and Sycon.
- Coelenterata/Cnidaria: Includes organisms like Hydra and Jellyfish.
- Platyhelminthes: Flatworms, such as tapeworms, are part of this phylum.
- Nemathelminthes/Aschelminthes: Roundworms, exemplified by Ascaris, fall under this phylum.
- Annelida: Earthworms and leeches are examples of annelids.
- Arthropoda: This phylum encompasses insects, scorpions, and flies.
- Mollusca: Snails, Pila, and octopuses are mollusks.
- Echinodermata: Starfish are a characteristic member of this group.
- Hemichordata: Balanoglossus is a member of this phylum.
- Chordata: Contains vertebrates like fish, snakes, birds, and monkeys.
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Explore the diverse phyla within the Kingdom Animalia, from sponges to chordates. This quiz will test your knowledge of various animal groups, their characteristics, and examples. Challenge yourself to identify and classify different animals in their respective phyla.
