ch 27 Arthropods

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What are arthropod appendages used for?

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Moving about, Capturing prey/feeding, Sensing their environment, Mating - All of the above.

Front

What part of a crayfish is identified by letter E?

Back

Telson.

Front

What is NOT an example of an arachnid?

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Crustacean.

Front

What respiratory structures do most spiders have?

Back

Book lungs.

Front

What part of a crayfish is identified by letter D?

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Abdomen.

Front

Define arthropods.

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Arthropods are invertebrate animals with an exoskeleton, segmented bodies, and jointed appendages.

Front

What are the main classes of arthropods?

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Insects, Arachnids, Crustaceans, Myriapods.

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What is the function of the exoskeleton in arthropods?

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Provides protection, support, and prevents water loss.

Front

How do arthropods grow?

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Through a process called molting, where they shed their exoskeleton.

Front

What is the role of chelicerae in arachnids?

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Chelicerae are used for feeding, often to grasp or tear prey.