Mammals, Vertebrates And Crap

Question 1

What is MRSCGREN?

Answer 1

M ovement
R espiration
S ensitivity
C irculation
G rowth
R eproduction
E xcretion
N utrition

Question 2

What is the difference between a Vertebrate and Invertebrate?

Answer 2

A vertebrate HAS a backbone, an invertebrate does not.

Question 3

Name invertebrates.

Answer 3

Crabs, lobsters, prawns (lots of sea creatures), spiders, scorpions, worms, ect.

Question 4

What is an advantage and disadvantage of being an invertebrate

Answer 4

Advantage: Less energy to maintain posture, can fit into smaller places,
Disadvantage: Can’t walk upright or perform complex movements.

Question 5

Define warm-blooded.

Answer 5

Can maintain a consistent internal body heat regardless of conditions by eating food to generate energy. Can warm up and cool down by shivering and panting/sweating. Generally have fur/hair to insulate and trap heat.

Question 6

Define cold-blooded.

Answer 6

Relies on surroundings for main source of warmth, generally have scales, needs to eat less food compared to a mammal of the same size.