Vertebrates

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What are vertebrates?

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Vertebrates are animals that have a backbone or spinal column. They include fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.

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What is the function of a swim bladder in fish?

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A swim bladder helps fish control their buoyancy by filling with air or releasing air to go up and down in the water.

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How do reptiles sense their environment?

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Reptiles flick their tongues to taste, smell, and sense things around them.

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What are the main differences between amphibians and reptiles?

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Amphibians have wet, smooth skin and lay gel-like eggs in water, while reptiles have dry, scaly skin and lay leathery eggs on land.

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How do frogs survive freezing temperatures?

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Some frogs have antifreeze in their bodies, which is a high concentration of glucose that prevents them from freezing.

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How do gills function in fish?

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Gills allow fish to take in water and extract oxygen from it.

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What type of skin do amphibians have?

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Amphibians have wet, smooth skin.

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What type of eggs do reptiles lay?

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Reptiles lay leathery eggs on land.

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What is the role of the backbone in vertebrates?

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The backbone provides structural support and protects the spinal cord.

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Can amphibians live both in water and on land?

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Yes, amphibians can live both in water and on land during different stages of their life cycle.