When an organism tries to act or look like another organism it is called?
Mimicry
Which type of fossil is formed from the activity of an organism?
Trace Fossil
Who is known as the father of evolution?
Charles Darwin
When an organism becomes nocturnal, this is an example of what type of adaptation?
Behavioral Adaptaion
Animals having the ability to lower their body temperature during hibernation is an example of what type of adaptation?
Behavioral Adaptation
Which TWO body parts make up the central nervous system?
Brain and Spinal Cord
Which type of blood vessels carry blood AWAY from the heart?
Arteries
Which organ system takes in food and liquids and breaks it down into nutrients that can be used for growth, repair and energy
Digestive System
Which organ system involves the exchange of gases (Oxygen and C02) between the body and the outside environment.
Respiratory System
Which organ system consists of bones, ligaments, and cartilage?
Skeletal System
Which type of blood vessels return blood back to the heart
Veins
Which body system is used to fight infection and disease?
Lymphatic System
Which organ system contains the heart, blood, and blood vessels?
Circulatory System
Which organ system uses hormones to communicate with the other organs?
Endocrine System
Which organ system sends messages to and from the brain?
Nervous System
Which type of tissue connects muscles to bone?
Tendons
Which of the following is an example of a ball and socket joint?
Pelvic Joint
What are the special cells called that are used for bone growth and repair?
Osteoblasts
Which vertebrae are found in the upper region near the neck?
Cervical
Which vertebrae are found in the middle region of the spinal column?
Thoracic
Which vertebrae are found in the lower region of the spinal column?
Lumbar
Give an example of a long bone.
Humerus, femur, etc..
The skull, vertebral column, and the ribs make up which skeleton?
Axial Skeleton
A piece of bone that grows or protrudes from a larger piece of bone is called a _________________
Process
Give an example of an irregular bone.
Vertebrae