Vertebrates and Invertebrates

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What is a vertebrate?

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A vertebrate is an animal that has a backbone.

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What is an invertebrate?

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An invertebrate is an animal that does not have a backbone.

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Give an example of a vertebrate.

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Examples of vertebrates include humans, dogs, and birds.

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Give an example of an invertebrate.

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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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Vertebrates have a backbone and invertebrates do not.

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Are humans vertebrates or invertebrates?

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Humans are vertebrates.

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What does 'warm-blooded' mean?

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Warm-blooded animals can maintain a constant body temperature regardless of the environment.

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What does 'cold-blooded' mean?

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Cold-blooded animals cannot regulate their body temperature and depend on the environment.

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Name a characteristic of vertebrates.

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Vertebrates usually have a complex nervous system and a skull.

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Name a characteristic of invertebrates.

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Invertebrates often have simpler body structures and may have exoskeletons.