Types of skeletons Flashcards
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3 main types of skeletons
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Hydrostatic, endoskeleton and exoskeleton
2
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Hydrostatic characteristics
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Has a body compartment filled with fluid under pressure
3
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Exoskeleton characteristics
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A chitinous or calcerous hard covering on the outside o the body
Supports and protects internal tissues
4
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Endoskeleton characteristics
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Made of soft or hard bones, joints,muscles, tendons and ligaments
Found inside
5
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Endoskeletons
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Protect the soft body tissues and allow for free movement, greater growth and strength
