5th Grade Science Unit 7: Classification of Animals and Plants

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What is a vascular plant?

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A vascular plant is a type of plant that has tubes throughout its structure to carry water and nutrients.

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What are the main groups of animals?

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The main groups of animals include mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

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What defines a mammal?

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A mammal is a warm-blooded animal that has fur or hair and produces milk to feed its young.

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What is the difference between cold-blooded and warm-blooded animals?

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Cold-blooded animals rely on external sources to regulate their body temperature, while warm-blooded animals can maintain a constant body temperature internally.

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What is an amphibian?

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An amphibian is an animal that can live both in water and on land, typically starting life with gills and later developing lungs.

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What is a reptile?

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A reptile is a cold-blooded animal that has dry scaly skin and usually lays eggs.

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What is the role of photosynthesis in plants?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the purpose of classification in biology?

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Classification helps scientists organize and categorize living organisms based on shared characteristics.

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What are the characteristics of fish?

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Fish are cold-blooded animals that live in water, have scales, and breathe using gills.

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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 some animals, such as insects and crustaceans.