12.2 - Types of Skeleton
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Practice Questions
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What type of skeleton do humans have?
💡 Hint: Think about what is within your body.
What is the main material of an exoskeleton?
💡 Hint: This is the same material found in insect shells.
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What type of skeleton is found in vertebrates?
💡 Hint: Consider the structure that supports your body internally.
True or False: An exoskeleton can grow with the organism.
💡 Hint: Think about how insects change their shells.
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Analyze the implications of having a hydrostatic skeleton in terms of mobility and environmental adaptability for worms and jellyfish.
💡 Hint: Consider how fluid movements can assist organisms in various terrains.
Evaluate the evolutionary advantages of exoskeletons in overcoming predation.
💡 Hint: Think about the potential threats facing animals with exoskeletons.
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