Invertebrates

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What are invertebrates?

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Invertebrates are animals that do not have a backbone or vertebral column.

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What is the main characteristic that distinguishes invertebrates from vertebrates?

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The main characteristic is the absence of a backbone.

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Name the three main groups of invertebrates.

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The three main groups are arthropods, mollusks, and annelids.

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What is the phylum of animals that includes jellyfish and corals?

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Cnidaria.

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What is the phylum of animals that includes earthworms and leeches?

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Annelida.

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What is the phylum of animals that includes snails and octopuses?

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Mollusca.

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What are arthropods characterized by?

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Arthropods are characterized by having an exoskeleton, segmented bodies, and jointed appendages.

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What is the role of invertebrates in ecosystems?

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Invertebrates play crucial roles in ecosystems as pollinators, decomposers, and as a food source for other animals.

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What is the difference between a complete and incomplete metamorphosis in insects?

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Complete metamorphosis involves four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Incomplete metamorphosis involves three stages: egg, nymph, and adult.

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What is the significance of the scientific name 'Felis catus'?

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'Felis catus' is the scientific name for the domestic cat, indicating its genus (Felis) and species (catus).