Reptile Characteristics, Importance of Reptiles Flashcards
1
Q
reptiles are _____ and have thick and dry waterproof skin.
A
ectotherms
2
Q
The _____ is covered up with scales to prevent the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide through the skin.
A
skin
3
Q
Small _____ eat insects, and large lizards eat small insects that are basically considered as pests.
A
lizards
4
Q
People now understand that such practices can disturb the _____ populations.
A
turtle
5
Q
Their skin is covered with scales that help reduce water loss and protect them from _____?
A
injury
6
Q
_____ egg one of the most important adaptations of reptiles for living on land is the way reptiles reproduce
A
amniotic egg
7
Q
Reptiles belonging to Crocodilians are the closest living relatives to _____?
A
birds
