Science Flashcards
1
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Why is a standard system useful?
A
A standard system is useful because it allows scientists to accurately identify, group and properly name animals.
2
Q
Who is Carl Linnaeus?
A
Carl Linnaeus was a Swedish scientist who believed it was very important to have a standard system of classification.
3
Q
Characteristics of Reptiles
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Cold-blooded Scaly skin Lay eggs Dry skin Breathes air Vertebrates
4
Q
Examples of Reptiles
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Lizards
Crocodiles
Turtles
Snakes
5
Q
Characteristics of Amphibians
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Vertebrate Breathes through lounges Moist skin Lives on land and in water Cold-blooded Lay eggs in water
6
Q
Example of Amphibians
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Frogs
Salamanders
Caudatas
7
Q
Characteristics of Fish
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Vertebrates Cold-blooded Covered with scales Lay eggs Breathe with gills Bony skeletons
8
Q
Examples of Fishes
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Blowfish Shark Dolphin Goldfish Oscar
