Animal kingdom

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What are cnidarians?

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Cnidarians are invertebrates that have radial symmetry, stinging cells, tentacles, and a hollow body cavity. Examples include jellyfish and corals.

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What is the defining characteristic of arthropods?

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Arthropods are invertebrates with jointed appendages, segmented bodies, and an exoskeleton. Examples include insects, spiders, and crustaceans.

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What are mollusks?

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Mollusks are a diverse group of invertebrates that include animals like squids, snails, oysters, clams, and mussels. They typically have soft bodies and may have shells.

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What are the main characteristics of reptiles?

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Reptiles are cold-blooded animals that breathe with lungs, have dry skin covered in scales, and most lay eggs. Examples include snakes, lizards, and turtles.

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What is radial symmetry?

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Radial symmetry is a body plan in which body parts are arranged around a central axis, allowing for multiple lines of symmetry. Common in cnidarians.

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What is an exoskeleton?

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An exoskeleton is a hard outer structure that provides support and protection to certain animals, such as arthropods. It is made of chitin.

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What are the main groups of the animal kingdom?

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The main groups include invertebrates (like cnidarians, arthropods, and mollusks) and vertebrates (like fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals).

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What is the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

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Vertebrates have a backbone or spinal column, while invertebrates do not. Examples of vertebrates include mammals and birds.

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What are the characteristics of amphibians?

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Amphibians are cold-blooded animals that typically have a life cycle that includes both aquatic and terrestrial stages. They usually have moist skin and lay eggs in water.

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What is the significance of stinging cells in cnidarians?

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Stinging cells, or nematocysts, are used by cnidarians for capturing prey and defense. They can inject toxins into other organisms.