general characteristics of arthropods Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
what type of symmetry do arthropods exhibit?
A
bilateral
2
Q
what type of body cavity do arthropods have?
A
coelom, triplolastic
3
Q
what are their appendages modified for?
A
walking, feeding, sensory reception, reproduction, and defense
4
Q
what are arthropods covered by?
A
cuticle exoskeleton
5
Q
what kind of circulatory system to arthropods have?
A
open, uses hemolymph
6
Q
what is hemolymph?
A
a fluid similar to blood that performs the same functions
7
Q
what are arthropod exoskeletons composed?
A
protein and chiton
8
Q
what does the exoskeleton do for the insect and why is it significant?
A
point of attachment for muscles, allows insects to undergo ecdysis
