Vertebrates Flashcards
Nostril
Nares
Nose
Snout
What is the structure of the tongue?
Papillae
What is the papillae?
The papillae is the structure on the tongue that helps the pig obtain food. It also contains taste buds
What are important aspects of the eyes of fetal pig?
- Eyes of fetal pig are on the side of the head
2. Eyes of fetal pig contain nictitating membrane
What is the nictitating membrane
It is the membrane on the eye of the fetal pig and it helps to moisturize eye and clean it
What are components of the ears of fetal pig?
Auricle, outer most ear of the fetal pig
What’s the three major regions of the body
Head, trunk and tail
What are the main components of the trunk region
Four appendages Two forelimbs (anterior) Two hindlimb( posterior)
What are the components of the pig feet called
Hooves
How many hooves does a pig have
The pig has 4 hooves
How do pigs walk
On their toes
The trunk of the pig is divided into regions? How many regions does it have
It has 2 regions or divisions
What are the names of the divisions
Thorax and abdomen
Where does the rib cage lie
The rib cage lies in the thorax