Intro Animal Characteristics and Body Systems Review

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What is asymmetrical?

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Asymmetrical organisms cannot be divided into two equal halves.

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What is bilateral symmetry?

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Bilateral symmetry is when an organism can be divided into two equal halves, with a distinct head region.

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What is radial symmetry?

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Radial symmetry is when an organism can be divided into multiple equal parts around a central axis.

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What is the nervous system responsible for?

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The nervous system coordinates an animal's response to its environment.

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What does the circulatory system do?

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The circulatory system transports oxygen and nutrients to other parts of the body.

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What is an endotherm?

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An endotherm is an organism that maintains a constant internal body temperature.

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What is an ectotherm?

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An ectotherm is an organism whose body temperature depends on the environment.

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What is the function of the excretory system?

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The excretory system removes waste products from the body.

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What is the role of the digestive system?

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The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients that the body can use.

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What is the respiratory system responsible for?

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The respiratory system is responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide.