Birds are uniquely classified from other organisms because they all(1 point)
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have wings.
have wings.
eat seeds.
eat seeds.
lay eggs.
lay eggs.
have feathers.
have feathers.
Ferns and pine trees can be classified as different organisms from each other based on whether they have(1 point)
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a nonvascular system.
a nonvascular system.
flowers.
flowers.
seeds.
seeds.
a vascular system.
a vascular system.
Which characteristic do all owl families share?(1 point)
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large body size
large body size
heart-shaped faces
heart-shaped faces
small eyes
small eyes
nighttime hunting
nighttime hunting
Which taxonomic classification level is the largest or most broad?(1 point)
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order
order
species
species
domain
domain
kingdom
domain
Select the correct format for the scientific name of the domestic cat.(1 point)
Responses
Felidae Felis Catus
Felidae Felis Catus
Felis catus
Felis catus
felis catus
felis catus
felis Catus
Felis catus
Mold on bread is categorized as a(n)(1 point)
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plant.
plant.
fungus.
fungus.
animal.
animal.
bacterium.
fungus.
Which statement is true?(1 point)
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A dichotomous key uses photographs to identify organisms using observable traits.
A dichotomous key uses photographs to identify organisms using observable traits.
A dichotomous key uses question pairs to identify organisms by their group.
A dichotomous key uses question pairs to identify organisms by their group.
A dichotomous key uses question pairs to identify organisms by their characteristics.
A dichotomous key uses question pairs to identify organisms by their characteristics.
A dichotomous key uses samples to identify organisms using observable traits.
A dichotomous key uses question pairs to identify organisms by their characteristics.
Your teacher describes an organism that digests its food externally before absorbing it. You also find out that this organism cannot move. Based on what you’ve learned, this organism is most likely a(n)(1 point)
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protist.
protist.
fungus.
fungus.
animal.
animal.
bacterium
fungus.
What is the lowest level of taxonomic classification (i.e., the narrowest)?(1 point)
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species
species
genus
genus
order
order
class
species.
What is the name of a specific type of model that shows how animals diverge during evolution?(1 point)
Responses
diagram
diagram
taxonomy
taxonomy
hierarchy
hierarchy
cladogram
cladogram.
A grasshopper is an arthropod. Based on the grasshopper’s characteristics, which other animal likely belongs to this group?(1 point)
Responses
coral
coral
mosquito
mosquito
tapeworm
tapeworm
clam
clam
mosquito.
how cats and dogs, both mammals, could be classified as distinct animals. What characteristics set them apart from one another?
Cats and dogs, both mammals, can be classified as distinct animals due to their differing characteristics.
Cats are generally smaller than dogs and have more flexible bodies. Cats are also known for being more independent and solitary animals. They have sharp retractable claws, which they use for hunting, self-defense, or play. Additionally, cats have excellent night vision and are known for their ability to hunt rodents and other small prey.
On the other hand, dogs are generally larger and have a pack mentality. They have strong loyal bonds with their owners and enjoy companionship and social interaction. Dogs are known for their exceptional sense of smell, hearing, and intuition. They also have sharp teeth and strong jaw muscles that they use for biting and chewing. Unlike cats, dogs are not able to retract their claws, and so they cannot use them for hunting or defense like cats.
In summary, cats and dogs are distinct animals due to their physical and behavioral characteristics. While both are mammals, they have evolved differently to adapt to their respective environments and lifestyles.
Snails and beetles have exoskeletons. Hypothesize the advantages and disadvantages of having an exoskeleton rather than a backbone. Explain your answer in one or two sentences.(2 points)
One advantage of having an exoskeleton is that it provides protection to the soft body parts, preventing damage from predators and other external forces. However, one disadvantage is that as the organism grows, the exoskeleton must be replaced or shed for a new one to accommodate the larger size, which can leave the organism vulnerable during this process. In contrast, having a backbone provides structural support to the body, but may not offer as much protection as an exoskeleton and can limit flexibility.
Vertebrates include fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Analyze the common characteristics of reptiles and explain how they differ from mammals. Explain your answer in one or two sentences.(2 points)
Reptiles share common characteristics such as having scales, cold-blooded metabolism, laying amniotic eggs, and lack of parental care. In contrast, mammals have hair or fur, warm-blooded metabolism, give live birth, and have mammary glands for producing milk to nurse their young, among other distinguishing features.
In one or two sentences, explain how cats and dogs, both mammals, could be classified as distinct animals. What characteristics set them apart from one another?
Cats and dogs, both mammals, can be classified as distinct animals due to their differing characteristics. Cats are generally more independent, have retractable claws, and excellent night vision, while dogs are generally more social, have strong sense of smell, and have larger size and stronger biting force.
Snails and beetles have exoskeletons. Hypothesize the advantages and disadvantages of having an exoskeleton rather than a backbone. Explain your answer in one or two sentences.
One advantage of having an exoskeleton is that it provides protection to the soft body parts, however as the organism grows, the exoskeleton must be replaced or shed for a new one to accommodate the larger size, which can leave the organism vulnerable during this process. In contrast, having a backbone provides structural support to the body but may not offer as much protection as an exoskeleton and can limit flexibility.
2-3 sentences please
Sure! Here's a shorter version:
An exoskeleton provides protection, but must be replaced as the organism grows, which leaves it vulnerable. A backbone provides structural support, but can limit flexibility and may not offer as much protection.