Invertebrates 5 Flashcards
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Description
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Arthropods, the most diverse animal group, possess jointed appendages, an exoskeleton made of chitin, and segmented bodies.
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Key Features
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Efficient gas exchange occurs via gills, tracheae, or lungs. Complex sensory and nervous systems, including well-developed brains, facilitate diverse behaviors.
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Types
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Arthropods include insects, arachnids, myriapods, and crustaceans, each adapted to different habitats and lifestyles.
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Importance
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Arthropods are crucial in ecosystems as pollinators, decomposers, predators, and prey. They also impact human health, agriculture, and economies.