Vertebrates and Their Characteristics
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Which of these animals belongs to the subgroup of mammals?

  • Frog
  • Clown Fish
  • Seagull
  • Cat (correct)

    • What is a common characteristic of reptiles among the vertebrates?

  • They lay eggs. (correct)
  • They have feathers.
  • They have lungs.
  • They have fur.

    • Which animal listed below is an amphibian?

  • Rabbit
  • Lizard
  • Ostrich
  • Frog (correct)

    • Among the following, which vertebrate has gills as a respiratory system?

    <p>Sardine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic distinguishes dolphins from sharks?

    <p>Dolphins have smooth skin. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What subgroup does a rabbit belong to?

    <p>Mammals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following vertebrates has a skeleton made of joined scales?

    <p>Leatherback Turtle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the skin of a shark?

    <p>Rough with small pointy scales (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT true for birds?

    <p>They are viviparous. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many subgroups can vertebrates be classified into based on the characteristics provided?

    <p>5 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of habitat, where do both dolphins and sharks reside?

    <p>Marine saltwater (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding amphibians?

    <p>They undergo metamorphosis. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which animal is considered an intruder among the following options?

    <p>Carp (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of both dolphins and sharks?

    <p>Both have fins and one tail. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subgroup does a toad belong to?

    <p>Amphibians (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the grass snake is accurate?

    <p>It has joined scales. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Vertebrate definition

    Animals with skeletons and vertebral columns.

    Vertebrate subgroups

    Vertebrates are categorized into groups based on shared characteristics like presence or absence of feathers, hair, scales, and other features.

    Mammals Examples

    Animals listed as Mammals are Cat, Rabbit, in table.

    Birds Examples

    Animals listed as Birds are Seagull, Ostrich in table

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    Fish Examples

    Animals listed as Fish are Sardine, Clownfish in table.

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    Reptiles Examples

    Animals listed as Reptiles are Lizard, Grass Snake in table.

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    Amphibians Examples

    Animals listed as Amphibians are Frog, Salamander in table.

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    Vertebrate characteristics

    Vertebrates share a common backbone structure and various other physical traits, these commonalities are used in classification.

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    Reptiles body covering

    Reptiles have dry, scaly skin.

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    Mammals body covering

    Mammals have hair or fur.

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    Birds body covering

    Birds have feathers.

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    Fish body covering

    Fish have scales.

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    Amphibians body covering

    Amphibians have smooth, moist skin.

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    Dolphin subgroup

    Dolphins are mammals.

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    Shark subgroup

    Sharks are fish.

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    Grass snake characteristic

    The grass snake is a non-venomous snake with a cylindrical body, scales, and active mostly at night.

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    Study Notes

    Vertebrates

    • Vertebrates are animals with a skeleton and a vertebral column.
    • The world of vertebrates has a large number of animals.
    • Vertebrates are classified into subgroups based on their characteristics.
    • Examples of Vertebrates illustrated in the Images include:
      • Sardine
      • Cat
      • Lizard
      • Ostrich
      • Frog
      • Rabbit
      • Salamander
      • Seagull
      • Grass snake
      • Clown fish

    Animal Characteristics

    • Different animals have varying characteristics.
      • Examples of characteristics given include:
        • Hair
        • Feathers
        • Scales
        • Free scales
        • Bare leathery skin
        • Bumpy skin

    Vertebrate Subgroups

    • The text suggests that vertebrates are categorized into subgroups.
    • The provided images and accompanying text implied subgroups are:
      • Mammals
      • Birds
      • Fish
      • Reptiles
      • Amphibians

    Animal Reproduction

    • Female vertebrates may lay eggs (oviparous) or bear live young (viviparous).
    • The reproductive methods differ between groups.

    Animal Habitats

    • Aquatic animals such as dolphins and sharks live in saltwater.

    Animal Comparisons

    • Animals such as dolphins and sharks may share similar characteristics.

    Animal Classification

    • Students identify the subgroups to which each animal belongs.
    • The activity involves classifying animals into appropriate subgroups based on their characteristics.

    Evaluating Knowledge

    • Students identify the subgroups to which various animals (bats, penguins, and dogfish) belong, and provide justification for their choices.

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    This quiz explores the fascinating world of vertebrates, focusing on their classifications, characteristics, and reproductive methods. Test your knowledge on diverse vertebrate subgroups like mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish, alongside their unique traits. Engage with examples such as frogs, lizards, and seagulls to deepen your understanding.

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