Echinoderms Flashcards
1
Q
What are some Echinoderm characteristics?
A
Spiny skin, water vascular system, limb regeneration, radial symmetry
2
Q
What is the Echinoderm environment?
A
Marine
3
Q
What are some examples of Echinoderms?
A
Starfish, Brittle Stars, Sea Urchins, Sand Dollars, Sea Cucumbers.
4
Q
What is the water vascular system for?
A
for movement/locomotion
5
Q
Where are Echinoderms found?
A
They are found in water and are moving animals.
6
Q
What is the water vascular system in Echinoderms?
A
In echinoderms, its when water enters the vascular system so the animal can move.
7
Q
Why are Echinoderms important?
A
They helped make a new discovery for humans. Echinoderms have limb regeneration and scientists have been studying to make that same adaptation to humans.
