Vertebrates and Invertebrates Concepts

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What is a vertebrate?

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A vertebrate is an animal that has a backbone.

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What is an invertebrate?

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An invertebrate is an animal that does not have a backbone.

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Can you name a type of vertebrate?

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Examples of vertebrates include fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals.

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What do fish use to breathe?

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Fish use gills to breathe.

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What do fish use to swim?

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Fish use fins to swim.

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What is a characteristic of amphibians?

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Amphibians can live both on land and in water.

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What do insects have instead of a backbone?

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Insects have an exoskeleton instead of a backbone.

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Can you name some invertebrates?

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Examples of invertebrates include jellyfish, mollusks, crustaceans, and insects.

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What is the main difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

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The main difference is that vertebrates have a backbone, while invertebrates do not.

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What do reptiles have that amphibians do not?

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Reptiles have scales, while amphibians have moist skin.