Comparative Anatomy

Comparative Anatomy

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an embryo?

Back

An embryo is an unborn or unhatched baby, which is in the early stages of development.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the origin of all living things?

Back

All living things come from a single cell.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is a developmental biologist?

Back

A developmental biologist is a scientist who examines and helps to prevent birth defects.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What structure do all embryos have early in development?

Back

All embryos have tails early in their development.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is comparative anatomy?

Back

Comparative anatomy is the study of the similarities and differences in the anatomy of different species.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a homologous structure?

Back

A homologous structure is an anatomical feature that is similar in different species due to shared ancestry.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a homologous structure?

Back

The forelimbs of humans, whales, and bats are homologous structures.

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