Life Science FCAT Review

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What is a vertebrate?

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A vertebrate is an animal that has an inner skeleton made of bone or cartilage.

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What is an exoskeleton?

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An exoskeleton is a hard outer structure that provides support and protection to some animals, like lobsters.

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What is the main purpose of a skeleton in animals?

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The main purpose of a skeleton is to provide support to the body.

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What happens to a seed planted upside down?

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The roots will turn so that they are growing down.

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What is a producer in a food chain?

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A producer is an organism that makes its own food, usually through photosynthesis, like green algae.

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What is a consumer in a food chain?

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A consumer is an organism that eats other organisms for energy.

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How do plants take in nutrients?

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Plants take in nutrients primarily through their roots.

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What is the role of the Sun in a food chain?

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The Sun provides energy that is used by producers to create food.

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What is adaptation in animals?

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Adaptation is a change in an animal that helps it survive in its environment.

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Why are camels better suited for hot, dry climates than horses?

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Camels have adapted to live in hot, dry climates, making them more suitable for such environments.