Exploring Animal Phyla and Classification

Front

What is an animal without a backbone called?

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Invertebrate

Front

Which phylum do sea anemones belong to?

Back

Cnidaria

Front

What is the defining characteristic of organisms in the animal kingdom?

Back

Multicellular and heterotrophic

Front

Which structure is found in both unicellular and multicellular organisms?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What type of organism is classified under the phylum Echinodermata?

Back

Sea Urchin

Front

What is the primary characteristic of arthropods?

Back

Exoskeleton

Front

What is the term for animals that can produce their own food through photosynthesis?

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Autotrophs (Note: Animals are heterotrophs, this is for contrast)

Front

What is the main difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

Back

Vertebrates have a backbone; invertebrates do not.

Front

Which phylum includes organisms like snails and octopuses?

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Mollusca

Front

What is the role of a nucleus in a cell?

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It contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.