QUIZ 1:
Comparative Anatomy
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Topic # 3023
Comparative Anatomy
1. Define Comparative anatomy.
2. List two ways in which comparative anatomy helps us.
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3. Define adaptation.
4. Compare and contrast homologous and analogous structures.
5. Explain the purpose of skeletal structures.
6. Name the three types of digestion and give an example of an animal that uses each
type.
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MATCHING:
Match the following with the correct response.
a. Cranial e. Caudal i. Estrus
b. Proximal f. Distal j. Puberty
c. Medial g. Lateral k. Estrous Cycle
d. Ventral h. Dorsal l. Gestation
7. _______ Close to the topside (back) of the animal.
8. _______ Farther away from the midline of the limb, trunk, or head of the animal.
9. _______ Closer to the attachment of the appendage to the body of the animal.
10 _______ Period of time from breeding or conception of a female until she gives
birth to her young.
11. _______ Close to the head of the animal.
12. _______ Closer to the bottom side (belly) of the animal.
13. _______ The time for acceptance of the male and normally coincides approximately
with ovulation ("heat").