The Vertebrates Flashcards

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All vertebrates have _ which is a skeleton or framwork of bones inside their bodies.

A

Endoskeleton

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2
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The major vertebrate groups are the?

A

Fish, amphibians, birds, and mammals

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Are animals that are adapted to living in water all their lives.

A

Fish

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4
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are cold-blooded animals that start their lives in water but they can live on land as adults.

A

Amphibians

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Are cold-blooded animals that have dry scales or leathery skin covering.

A

Reptiles

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Q

Birds have a _ instead of jaws and teeth.

A

Beak

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A bird’s body is covered with?

A

Feathers

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Are animals that are covered by hair or fur.

A

Mammals

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These have _ glands for producing milk.

A

Mammary

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