Principales Phyla de Invertebrados. Flashcards

Ubicación y características de los Invertebrados dentro del reino animal. - Nociones de taxonomía. - Sarcodinos: Morfología, biología e importancia. - Sistemática.

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What are invertebrates?

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Invertebrates are animals that lack a backbone.

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True or False: Invertebrates make up the majority of animal species.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The two main groups of animals in the animal kingdom are vertebrates and __________.

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invertebrates

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Which phylum includes animals such as jellyfish and corals?

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Cnidaria

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What is the primary characteristic that differentiates arthropods from other invertebrates?

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Arthropods have an exoskeleton and jointed limbs.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an invertebrate? A) Octopus B) Shark C) Earthworm D) Spider

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B) Shark

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Name the largest phylum of invertebrates.

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Arthropoda

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True or False: All invertebrates are aquatic.

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False

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What do mollusks typically have that distinguishes them from other invertebrates?

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Mollusks typically have a soft body and may have a shell.

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Fill in the blank: __________ are invertebrates that have a segmented body and include species like earthworms and leeches.

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Annelids

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Which invertebrate group is known for having a hard outer shell?

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Mollusks

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a cnidarian? A) Ant B) Starfish C) Sea anemone D) Snail

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C) Sea anemone

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What is the main function of the exoskeleton in arthropods?

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The exoskeleton provides protection and support.

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True or False: Echinoderms are exclusively marine invertebrates.

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True

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Identify one characteristic of sponges.

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Sponges have a porous body and lack true tissues.

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Fill in the blank: __________ are invertebrates that exhibit radial symmetry and include sea stars and sea cucumbers.

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Echinoderms

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What is the role of cephalopods in their ecosystems?

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Cephalopods are predators and play a key role in marine food webs.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of an arthropod? A) Clam B) Spider C) Sea cucumber D) Jellyfish

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True or False: Invertebrates can reproduce both sexually and asexually.

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What habitat can you find invertebrates in?

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Invertebrates can be found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial habitats.

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Fill in the blank: __________ are known for their ability to regenerate lost body parts.

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Echinoderms

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What is a common method of locomotion for many mollusks?

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Many mollusks use a muscular foot for locomotion.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following invertebrates has a closed circulatory system? A) Earthworm B) Jellyfish C) Starfish D) Sea sponge

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A) Earthworm

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True or False: All invertebrates have complex nervous systems.

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What is the significance of invertebrates in ecosystems?
Invertebrates are crucial for pollination, decomposition, and serving as food for other animals.