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Biology
10th Grade
05/15/2011

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Why is it helpful for gills to be feathery instead of smooth?
Definition
It increases surface area, which in turn creates a larger area for a larger amount of oxygen to diffuse into the organism
Term
How many segments do Crustacean's have?
Definition
Two, Cephalothorax and Abdomen.
Term
What class do Spiders and scorpions belong to?
Definition
The Arachnids
Term
Define Complete Metamorphosis.
Definition
Step1:Fertilized eggs form larva.
Step2:Larva form cocoon.
Step3:While inside the cocoon, Larva undergo physical changes.
Step4:Cocoon breaks open and adult exits.
Term
Define Incomplete Metamorphosis.
Definition
Larva does not create cocoon, as with complete metamorphosis, and body changes are not as significant in change. Size differs.
Term
What are 2 functions swimmerettes in female crayfish?
Definition
1)Help with movement
2)Can be used to hold onto eggs
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What are the maxillipeds used for in Crayfish?
Definition
The maxillipeds are used to bring food to the mouth. The move side-to-side not up-down
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What are the antennae used for?
Definition
Antennae are used for sense; touch, feel, taste.
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How do spiders breath?
Definition
They used Book lungs, which work like a filter to get oxygen into the organism
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What does it mean to have "Compound-Eyes"?
Definition
It means the creature's eyes are made up of many lenses.
Term
What class do Centipedes belong to?
Definition
The Chilopoda
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What class do millipedes belong to?
Definition
The Dipolopoda class
Term
Can an enchinoderm regenerate without at least a small piece of the radial piece?
Definition
No, in order for it to be able to regenerate, it must have at least a small piece to regenerate the rest.
Term
Describe the strength of the tube feet in enchinoderms.
Definition
Can rip apart the adductor muscles in clams.
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Is an enchinoderm considered a vertebrate?
Definition
No, although it has a skeleton, it does not have a backbone.
Term
Which side (Ventral or Dorsal) is the nerve cord in a crayfish?
Definition
Ventral
Term
Can Crayfish regenerate?
Definition
They can regenerate their pincers and minor parts, they cannot regenerate major organs etc.
Term
Name the 3 segments in an arthropod.
Definition
head, thorax, abdomen
Term
Benefits of insects.
Definition
Help plants with pollination, which in turn helps them reproduce.
Term
on which are the swimmerettes longer? Male or Female?
Definition
Male
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