CH 6: Skeletons

What material makes up exoskeletons?

Which of the following is an advantage of endoskeletons?

What is a disadvantage of exoskeletons?

In what organisms are exoskeletons commonly found?

Which type of skeleton offers less protection from external threats?

What is a key function of exoskeletons for arthropods?

What adaptation allows endoskeletons to support larger body sizes?

What is the primary function of a skeleton in organisms?

Which type of skeleton allows for movement by the contraction of muscles against fluid pressure?

What are the primary advantages of hydrostatic skeletons?

Which of the following organisms possess hydrostatic skeletons?

What are some disadvantages of hydrostatic skeletons?

Which of the following is NOT a primary type of skeletal structure in organisms?

What is the primary difference between hydrostatic skeletons and endoskeletons?

Which type of skeleton is characterized by a fluid-filled cavity surrounded by muscles?

Which type of skeleton allows organisms to move efficiently through narrow spaces?

Which type of skeleton is advantageous for organisms residing in moist or aquatic environments?

Which type of skeleton offers rapid healing from damage due to its simple structure and fluid nature?

Which type of skeleton provides no solid support, limiting the size and mobility of organisms on land?

Which type of skeleton requires less energy for movement due to fluid dynamics?

Which type of skeleton is not found in organisms such as jellyfish, earthworms, and starfish?

Which type of skeletal structure requires periodic moulting to accommodate growth?

Which type of skeletal structure serves as a leverage point for muscle attachment?

Which type of skeletal structure allows for continuous growth without moulting?

Which type of skeletal structure provides less protection from external threats?

Which type of skeletal structure is composed of living tissues, making it susceptible to diseases and infections?

Which type of skeletal structure facilitates specialized feeding and defense mechanisms?

Which type of skeletal structure allows for flexible movement thanks to jointed structures?

Which type of skeletal structure can be cumbersome and limit the size and agility of the organism?

What is a potential disadvantage of hydrostatic skeletons for organisms with this skeletal structure?

Which of the following is a common feature of organisms possessing hydrostatic skeletons?

How do hydrostatic skeletons compare to endoskeletons in terms of support for organisms?

In what aspect do hydrostatic skeletons excel compared to exoskeletons and endoskeletons?

Which factor limits the size and mobility of organisms with hydrostatic skeletons?

What distinguishes hydrostatic skeletons from endoskeletons in terms of adaptation for supporting body structures?

Why do organisms with hydrostatic skeletons require less energy for movement compared to other skeletal structures?

Which skeletal structure facilitates the greatest diversity in physical adaptations?

Which skeletal structure is most advantageous for agility in larger organisms?

Which skeletal structure is characterized by a fluid-filled cavity surrounded by muscles and offers rapid healing from damage due to its simple structure and fluid nature?

Which skeletal structure allows for continuous growth without moulting and provides a framework for flexible movement thanks to jointed structures?

Which skeletal structure provides external protection and support but requires periodic moulting to accommodate growth?

Which skeletal structure allows organisms to move efficiently through narrow spaces and requires less energy for movement due to fluid dynamics?

Which skeletal structure serves as a leverage point for muscle attachment and is made of bone or cartilage?

Which skeletal structure requires less energy for movement due to fluid dynamics and allows organisms to move efficiently through narrow spaces?