34 Questions
What is the main function of the skull according to the text?
Protecting the brain
How many individual bones make up the adult skull?
22
What is the primary function of the spine mentioned in the text?
Protecting the spinal cord
How many vertebrae are found in the necks of humans and giraffes according to the text?
7
What is the function of ribs described in the text?
Surrounding the lungs and heart
How many vertebrae are typically found in the backbone/spine?
26
What is the purpose of cartilage at the joints?
To allow bones to rub together smoothly
How does the vertebrate skeleton protect internal organs like the heart and lungs?
By providing a frame structure around them
What is the main responsibility of the hip girdle in vertebrates?
To support the hindlimbs
How do the ribs of vertebrate animals contribute to protection?
By providing support for the body
What is the characteristic feature of the backbone in vertebrates?
It protects the spinal cord
In what way do joints and girdles help vertebrate animals during movement?
By providing flexibility and support
Why do water lilies have leaves that float on the water?
To maximize sunlight exposure for photosynthesis
What is the main purpose of the thick and fleshy leaves of aloe plants?
To store water for times of drought
Why do Rooibos plants have thin and small leaves?
To reduce water loss through transpiration
How do the webbed fingers and toes of frogs help them survive in their habitat?
To swim efficiently in water
Why do zebras have white stripes on their bodies?
To temporarily blind predators when escaping
What is the primary function of fins in fish?
To regulate buoyancy in water
What is the main purpose of a habitat?
Supplying food, water, air, and shelter
What is the significance of interdependence in habitats?
It allows plants and animals to rely on each other for survival.
Which term describes a plant that provides food, water, and shelter for another plant?
Host
How do orchids in humid areas obtain moisture?
By absorbing moisture from the air with aerial roots
Why do some plants have seeds with hooks?
To help disperse the seeds through animal fur
What role do tick birds play in the ecosystem described in the text?
They help animals by cleaning their shells.
How do animals with exoskeletons overcome the limitation of their shell not growing?
They shed their exoskeleton and grow a new one.
What distinguishes vertebrates from invertebrates in terms of body structure?
Having bones inside the body
What is the primary purpose of an endoskeleton?
Supporting larger body sizes and weight
Which animals group does not have an exoskeleton?
Fish
Give the definition of a habitat.
Habitat is the home of plants and animals.
What is biodiversity?
Biodiversity is all the different kinds of life you'll find. The number of different types of animals, plants, fungi, and even microorganisms like bacteria that make up our natural world.
What is an organism?
Any living creatures such as a plant, animal, fungi or bacteria
What are the five classes of animals with vertebrates?
Amphibians, mammals, birds, fish, reptiles.
What do bones contain?
Calcium
What is the soft stuff between bones called?
Cartilage
Explore the anatomy and functions of the human skull, including the facial bones and brain case. Learn about the importance of the skull in protecting the brain and providing support to facial structures.
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