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The body of arthropods is physically supported by an external skeleton (exoskeleton) made of a tough protein called chitin. Because it is inflexible, arthropods need to shed it entirely in order to grow in size.
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∙ 13y agoArthropods only have one system for support. That system is the exoskeleton. However, the exoskeleton of a spider is not nearly as strong and supportive as bone.
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Are sanddollars arthropods?
no, i dont know what they are, but they are not arthropods
How many hearts do Arthropods have?
NO. Arthropods do not have a 4 chambered hearts.
Do arthropods have backbones?
Do arthropods have backbones?No, it is the exoskeleton that holds the arthropod's body together. arthropods are invertebrates, which means they do not have backbones.
Do all arthropods have brains?
Yes, all arthropods have brains.
What other Phylum is closely related to arthropods and Why?
Roundworms (Nematoda) are related to arthropods because they both molt.Note; Crustaceans are arthropods. :P
The hard outer covering of an insect?
The bodies of arthropods are supported by a hardened exoskeleton made of chitin, a substance produced by many non-arthropods as well. In arthropods, the nonliving exoskeleton is like a form-fitting suit of armor.
Why are arthropods called arthropods?
They express the characteristics inherent to arthropods. All insects are arthropods. Not all arthropods are insects.
Are mammals part of the arthropods?
NO Mammals are not arthropods. Arthropods are insects.
Are Arthropods eukaryotes or prokaryotes?
arthropods are eukaryotic because arthropods are animals.
Why are milkweed bugs called arthropods?
They express the characteristics inherent to arthropods. All insects are arthropods. Not all arthropods are insects.
Are goats arthropods?
No, goats are not arthropods.
Are scorpions arthropods?
Yes they are arthropods
Are people arthropods?
No, people are not arthropods.
What are insects - arthropods or crustaceans?
Insects are arthropods.
Are sanddollars arthropods?
no, i dont know what they are, but they are not arthropods
How many hearts do Arthropods have?
NO. Arthropods do not have a 4 chambered hearts.
How do arthropods adapt to its environment?
arthropods reproduce sexually
