Vertebrate Classification

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What are vertebrates?

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Vertebrates are animals that have a backbone or spine. They include groups like mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians.

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Which group of vertebrates must live in water to survive?

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Fish must live in water to survive.

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What do fish use to breathe?

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Fish breathe through gills.

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True or False: Reptiles have wet skin.

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False. Reptiles have dry, scaly skin.

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True or False: All mammals lay eggs.

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False. Most mammals give birth to live young.

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Which group of vertebrates is covered in feathers?

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Birds are covered in feathers.

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What is the main characteristic of mammals?

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Mammals have hair or fur and most produce milk to feed their young.

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What do amphibians need to reproduce?

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Amphibians usually need water to reproduce.

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What is a common feature of reptiles?

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Reptiles are cold-blooded and have scaly skin.

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What do birds use to fly?

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Birds use their wings to fly.