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Describe the characteristics of a vertebrate. Include an example.

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Answer: Vertebrates are differentiated by having a vertebral column. As chordates, all vertebrates have a similar anatomy and morphology with the same qualifying characteristics , a dorsal hollow nerve cord, pharyngeal slits

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Vertebrates have a spine, or backbone, made of multiple disc-shaped bones called vertebrae. There are five classes of vertebrates which are: amphibians, fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Examples include frogs, tuna, snakes, parrots, and monkeys.

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Answer:

They have a backbone, most use legs,wings,or fins for movement.

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