Arthropods

Front

What is the tough external covering of arthropods called?

Back

Exoskeleton

Front

What is the mouth part of arthropods that is adapted for biting and grinding food?

Back

Mandible

Front

Is the phylum Arthropoda the largest animal group on the planet?

Back

True

Front

What is another name for the pincers or claws of certain arthropods?

Back

Chelipeds

Front

How many legs do decapods have?

Back

10

Front

What are the three main body segments of an arthropod?

Back

Head, thorax, abdomen

Front

What type of symmetry do arthropods exhibit?

Back

Bilateral symmetry

Front

What is the primary function of spiracles in arthropods?

Back

To facilitate gas exchange.

Front

What are the jointed appendages of arthropods used for locomotion called?

Back

Legs

Front

What is the process by which arthropods shed their exoskeleton?

Back

Molting