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ZOO 102 Animal Diversity, Phylogeny, and Vertebrate Structure Objective Question

Question

The presence of an internal skeleton is a unifying feature of which group?
Options
A Protozoa
B Sponges
C Arthropods
D Vertebrates
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Vertebrates are defined by having an internal skeleton, along with a skull and backbone. Arthropods have an exoskeleton.

Hint

Consider the location of the supporting structures in humans vs. insects.

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