Frog Flashcards
What is the primary method of respiration in frogs?
Frogs primarily respire through their skin and lungs.
True or False: Frogs can breathe through their skin only when they are in water.
False. Frogs can breathe through their skin both in water and on land.
Fill in the blank: Frogs undergo a process called __________ respiration, which involves gas exchange through the skin.
cutaneous
What structure in frogs is responsible for lung respiration?
The lungs.
How do frogs ventilate their lungs?
Frogs ventilate their lungs by using a method called buccal pumping.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a method of respiration in frogs? A) Cutaneous B) Buccal C) Gills D) Lungs
C) Gills
What is the role of the skin in frog respiration?
The skin allows for the absorption of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide.
True or False: Frog larvae (tadpoles) primarily use lungs for respiration.
False. Tadpoles primarily use gills for respiration.
What change occurs in the respiratory system of frogs during metamorphosis?
Frogs develop lungs and lose their gills during metamorphosis.
Fill in the blank: The process of breathing in frogs is called __________.
respiration
What is the importance of moisture for frog skin respiration?
Moisture is essential for skin respiration as it facilitates gas exchange.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors can affect frog respiration? A) Temperature B) Humidity C) Activity level D) All of the above
D) All of the above
True or False: Frogs can survive in extremely dry environments due to their unique respiratory adaptations.
False. Frogs require moisture for effective respiration.
What is the main gas exchanged during frog respiration?
Oxygen is absorbed, and carbon dioxide is released.
Fill in the blank: Frogs can close their __________ to prevent water loss during dry conditions.
pores
What is the function of the vocal sacs in male frogs?
Vocal sacs are used for calling and attracting mates, not for respiration.
Multiple Choice: Which stage of a frog’s life cycle is characterized primarily by cutaneous respiration? A) Egg B) Tadpole C) Adult D) All stages
C) Adult
What is the effect of temperature on frog respiration?
Higher temperatures can increase the metabolic rate and respiratory rate in frogs.
True or False: Frogs have a single respiratory system that functions similarly to that of mammals.
False. Frogs have both cutaneous and pulmonary respiration.
What adaptations do frogs have for surviving in aquatic environments?
Frogs have permeable skin and can use cutaneous respiration while submerged.
Fill in the blank: The exchange of gases in frog lungs occurs in tiny air sacs called __________.
alveoli
How does the respiratory system of frogs differ from that of reptiles?
Frogs can respire through their skin, while reptiles rely mainly on lungs.
What role does the diaphragm play in frog respiration?
Frogs do not have a diaphragm; they use buccal pumping instead.
Multiple Choice: During which activity do frogs primarily use their lungs for respiration? A) Swimming B) Jumping C) Resting D) All of the above
B) Jumping
True or False: Frogs are entirely dependent on lungs for respiration after metamorphosis.
False. They can still use cutaneous respiration.
