Arthropods Flashcards
What does arthropoda mean
joined legs
how many germ layers do arthropods have?
3
Describe body symmetry of arthropods
bilateral
Are arthropods segmented?
yes
Arthropods have jointed ________ for movement
appendages
What are the 3 basic segments?
head, thorax, abdomen
What is a cephalothorax?
fused head and thorax
Describe the coelom of arthropods
true coelom
Describe the nervous system of arthropods
cephilization present; sharp senses: antennae, use of pheromones
Describe the skeleton of arthropods
exoskeleton
How many body openings do arthropods have
2
What are mandibles?
jaws
Describe the circulation of arthropods
open; 1 or more hearts
What do crustaceans use for respiration?
gills
What do arachnids use for respiration?
book lungs
What do insects use for respiration?
tracheal tubes-holes-spiracles
Are arthropods sexual or asexual?
sexual