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Are leeches vertebrates?
No the leeches are not vertebrates . Vertebrates are animals that have backbones. The backbone is a strong but flexible column of individual bony unit called vertebrae.
Why is a notochord important to vertebrates?
Notochords are important to vertebrates because it forms the main support of the body. A notochord is a flexible rod-like structure.
How does characteristic give vertebrates body flexibility?
Internal skeleton (back bone) has an notochord to make it flexible
To what phylum do vertebrates belong?
Vertebrates belong to the phylum Chordata. This phylum includes organisms with a notochord (flexible rod) at some stage in their development, as well as a dorsal nerve cord and pharyngeal slits. Vertebrates are characterized by having a vertebral column, which gives them their name.
Do lions have a notochord?
Yes, lions, like all vertebrates, have a notochord. The notochord is a flexible rod-like structure present in the early stages of embryonic development that provides support for the developing spine.
What is the difference between the major phyla of vertebrates?
The difference between the major phyla of vertebrates include chordates possess a hollow dorsal nerve tube, flexible rod-like axial skeletal structure, have gill slits or pharyngeal clefts and a tail
Do vertebrates cell walls?
Vertebrates do not have cell walls. Unlike plants, fungi, and some prokaryotes, vertebrate cells have a flexible plasma membrane that surrounds the cell. This membrane allows for greater mobility and interaction with the environment, which is crucial for the complex functions of vertebrate tissues and organs.
Does birds fish reptiles have backbones?
As owls are vertebrates - yes they have a back bone / spineYes, and its cervical vertebrae is long and flexible.
Is a snake a vertebrates or invertebrates?
Snakes are vertebrates.
Do a raven have a backbone?
Yes, all vertebrates have a backbone. Birds are unusual because they have very flexible necks (usually), which is important for preening (they don't have hands or paws, and feathers require upkeep), but for energy-efficient flight they need perfectly rigid backs, so their mid/lower spine is rigid, and the upper spine highly flexible. You can explore this yourself during Thanksgiving. :-)
Are jaguars vertebrates or non-vertebrates?
vertebrates
Are mongoose an amphibian or an reptile?
No mongoose have spinal cords, but they are so flexible it's almost not there.
