Invertabrates and Vertabrates

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What are vertebrates?

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Vertebrates are animals that have a backbone.

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What are invertebrates?

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Invertebrates are animals that do not have a backbone.

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Give examples of vertebrates.

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Mammals, fish, birds, reptiles, and amphibians are all vertebrates.

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Give examples of invertebrates.

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Examples of invertebrates include jellyfish, worms, and insects.

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What is the major difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

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The major difference is that vertebrates have a backbone, while invertebrates do not.

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Are all animals vertebrates?

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No, not all animals are vertebrates; some are invertebrates.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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Can you name a vertebrate that lives in water?

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A fish is a vertebrate that lives in water.

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Can you name an invertebrate that lives in water?

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A jellyfish is an invertebrate that lives in water.

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What do we call animals with a backbone?

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Animals with a backbone are called vertebrates.

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What do we call animals without a backbone?

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Animals without a backbone are called invertebrates.