Classifying Animals

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What is the main function of roots in plants?

Back

Roots bring water in from the soil.

Front

What do we call animals that maintain a constant body temperature?

Back

Warm blooded.

Front

What is an animal with a backbone called?

Back

Vertebrate.

Front

What type of plant is an oak tree classified as?

Back

Vascular.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a category of vertebrates: Reptiles, Amphibians, Birds, or Arachnids?

Back

Arachnids.

Front

What is the term for animals without a backbone?

Back

Invertebrate.

Front

What are the five categories of vertebrates?

Back

Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians, Fish.

Front

What is the primary role of leaves in plants?

Back

Leaves are responsible for photosynthesis.

Front

What do we call the process by which plants make their own food?

Back

Photosynthesis.

Front

What is the difference between vascular and nonvascular plants?

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Vascular plants have specialized tissues for transporting water and nutrients, while nonvascular plants do not.