4th Science Structures of Life 3.1 Vocab Flashcard

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What is an antenna?

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The thin feeler on the head of an animal.

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What is a carnivore?

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An animal that eats only animals.

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What is a swimmeret?

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A small, soft leg under the tail of a crayfish.

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What is a herbivore?

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An animal that eats only plants or algae.

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What is a crustacean?

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A class of mostly aquatic animals with hard, flexible shells.

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What are the main characteristics of arthropods?

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Arthropods have exoskeletons, segmented bodies, and jointed appendages.

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What is the role of gills in aquatic animals?

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Gills are used for breathing underwater by extracting oxygen from water.

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What is the difference between a vertebrate and an invertebrate?

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Vertebrates have a backbone, while invertebrates do not.

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What is the function of a shell in crustaceans?

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The shell provides protection and support for the animal.

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What adaptations do herbivores have for eating plants?

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Herbivores often have flat teeth for grinding and a longer digestive tract.