REG S1 Final - Zoology

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What is a reptile?

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A reptile is a vertebrate animal that is characterized by having scales, laying eggs, and being cold-blooded.

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Why did primitive cultures classify organisms?

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They classified organisms for safety; to determine which organisms were safe to consume and interact with.

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What is the ranking system used by taxonomists to categorize animals called?

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Hierarchy.

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What are choanocytes?

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Choanocytes are also known as collar cells, which are specialized cells in sponges that help in feeding.

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What body type of a sponge is characterized by a simple structure with a single opening?

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Asconoid.

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What body type of a sponge has a more complex structure with folded walls?

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Syconoid.

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What body type of a sponge has a highly branched structure with multiple chambers?

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Leuconoid.

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What is the main characteristic of vertebrates?

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Vertebrates have a backbone or spinal column.

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What is taxonomy?

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Taxonomy is the science of classifying and naming organisms.

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What is the significance of classification in biology?

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Classification helps in organizing biological diversity and understanding the relationships between different organisms.