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Chapter 12
Is it and animal?,Sponges and Cnidarians, Flatworms and Roundworms
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7th Grade
12/14/2011

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What characteristic that is shared by all animals is shown in the following sentance- Sponges filter microscopic organisms from the water for food.
Definition
Animals depend on other things in the environment for food
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What characteristic that is shared by all animals is shown in the following sentance- enzymes are secreted in an earthworm's digestive tract.
Definition
animals digest their food and protiens, carboydrates and fats in food are broken down into simpler molecules taht can move into the animals cells
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What is the job of collar cells?
Definition
it lines the inside of the sponge & their flagella moves water through the sponge to help it feed
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What is the job of the flagellum (flagella)?
Definition
Moves water through the sponge
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What is the function of the spicules in sponges?
Definition
Provides support and protection from predators
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What is the function of pores in sponges?
Definition
allows water to flow in and allow the filteration of water
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Define spongin
Definition
Fibrous material that is found in soft bodied natural sponges. it can also provide support for a sponge.
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