Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 31 - Protostome Animals - 31.4 - Arthropods Are the Most Abundant and Diverse Group of Animals - 31.4 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 681: 1

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Arthropods are extremely diverse because they possess jointed appendages and segmented body parts that are easily specialized to suit various functions. Some of these functions include flight, breathing underwater and rapid movement. Arthropods are among the most successfully transitioned animals to dry land due to their water-tight chitinous shell that prevents desiccation.

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Arthropods are extremely diverse because they possess jointed appendages and segmented body parts that are easily specialized to suit various functions. Arthropods are among the most successfully transitioned animals to dry land due to their water-tight chitinous shell that prevents desiccation.
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