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What is a Vertebrate (Characteristics of Chordates (Slits in Throat Area…
What is a Vertebrate
Characteristics of Chordates
Notochord
name chordata comes from the notochord
notochord is a flexible rod that supports a chordate's back
Nerve Cord in Back
the connection between the brain and the nerves
Slits in Throat Area
called pharyngeal
can be used as gills
most disappear before birth
Characteristics of Vertebrates
Backbone
why it can classify as a vertabrate
its is flexible
Internal Skeleton
endoskeleton
protects internal organs
Keeping Conditions Stable
Ectotherms
does not produce much internal heat
body temp changes based on its environment
Endotherms
body temp stays the same no matter the enviornment