reptiles Flashcards
1
Q
Which reptiles don’t have urinary bladders?
A
Crocodilians and snakes
2
Q
Ecdysis in reptiles
A
Crocodilians and chelonians have continual epidermal growth. Squamates show cycle of shedding
3
Q
Which reptiles are in order chelonia?
A
Turtles, tortoises, terrapins
4
Q
Which reptiles are in order lepidosauria (squamata)?
A
Snakes and lizards
5
Q
Which lung is reduced in snakes?
A
L
6
Q
Snake lung structure
A
Anterior: vascularized for gas exchange
Posterior: Nonrespiratory , air sac
7
Q
Function of gular fold
A
Allows animals to breathe while mouth is open in water
8
Q
Are there any FDA approved drugs for reptiles?
A
no
9
Q
Why should you administer compounds in anterior 2/3 of body?
A
Renal portal system
10
Q
Purpose of renal portal system
A
Conserve body fluid
