Chelonians Flashcards
1
Q
What is the correct name for the top half of a chelonian’s shell?
A. Plastron
B. Base
C. Carapace
D. Carabase
A
C. Carapace
2
Q
In the tortoise, which blood vessel is the most common site for taking a blood sample?
A. Jugular vein
B. Cephalic vein
C. Dorsal tail vein
D. Ventral tail vein
A
C. Dorsal tail vein
3
Q
What is the lower half of a chelonian’s shell is called:
A. Carabase
B. Carapace
C. Plastron
D. Base
A
C. Plastron
4
Q
What is the Jackson ratio?
A
The method used to calculate if the chelonian is at their optimum body weight., for their size
