Science Ch. 3-fish, Amphibians, And Reptiles

Approved & Edited by ProProfs Editorial Team

The editorial team at ProProfs Quizzes consists of a select group of subject experts, trivia writers, and quiz masters who have authored over 10,000 quizzes taken by more than 100 million users. This team includes our in-house seasoned quiz moderators and subject matter experts. Our editorial experts, spread across the world, are rigorously trained using our comprehensive guidelines to ensure that you receive the highest quality quizzes.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Marie_l_bond

Marie_l_bond

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 1 | Total Attempts: 168

Questions: 11 | Attempts: 168 | Updated: Mar 21, 2023

Questions

Settings

Create your own Quiz

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Share on Pinterest Share on Email Copy to Clipboard Embed on your website

Prentice Hall, B, Animals

Questions and Answers

1.

Which fish do not have jaws, scales, or paired fins?
- A.
  
  Sharks
- B.
  
  Ocean sunfish
- C.
  
  Lampreys and hag-fishes
- D.
  
  Sturgeons
Correct Answer
C. Lampreys and hag-fishes

Explanation
Lampreys and hag-fishes are the correct answer because they are the only fish that do not have jaws, scales, or paired fins. Sharks have jaws and scales, while sturgeons have scales and paired fins. The ocean sunfish has scales and paired fins as well. Lampreys and hag-fishes are unique in their lack of these characteristics.

Rate this question:

1
0
2.

A bony fish uses a swim bladder to...

Correct Answer
regulate its buoyancy.

Explanation
A swim bladder is a gas-filled organ found in bony fish that helps them control their buoyancy. By adjusting the amount of gas in the swim bladder, a fish can either increase or decrease its buoyancy, allowing it to move up or down in the water column. This is important for the fish to maintain its position in the water and conserve energy while swimming.

Rate this question:

4
3.

Adult frogs return to the water to...

Correct Answer
reproduce

Explanation
Adult frogs return to the water to reproduce. This is because frogs lay their eggs in water, and the tadpoles that hatch from these eggs need water to survive and develop. By returning to the water, adult frogs ensure that their offspring have a suitable environment for growth and development. Additionally, water provides protection for the eggs and tadpoles from predators on land. Therefore, reproduction is the main reason why adult frogs return to the water.

Rate this question:

4
4.

Which of the following animals breathes with its lungs?
- A.
  
  Shark
- B.
  
  Lizard
- C.
  
  Larval salamander
- D.
  
  Lamprey
Correct Answer
B. Lizard

Explanation
Lizards breathe with their lungs. Unlike sharks, which have gills to extract oxygen from water, lizards are terrestrial animals that require lungs to breathe in oxygen from the air. Larval salamanders also have lungs, but as they develop into adults, they often switch to using gills. Lampreys, on the other hand, are jawless fish that use gills to breathe. Therefore, the correct answer is lizard.

Rate this question:
5.

Why are fossils rare?
6.

Birds and mammals are endotherms.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Birds and mammals are endotherms because they have the ability to regulate their body temperature internally. Unlike ectotherms, which rely on external sources of heat to regulate their body temperature, endotherms generate heat internally through metabolic processes. Birds and mammals have a high metabolic rate, which allows them to maintain a constant body temperature regardless of the external environment. This adaptation enables them to be active and thrive in a wide range of habitats and climates.

Rate this question:
7.

If a shark loses a _____, another one will grow back in its place.

Correct Answer
tooth

Explanation
Sharks have multiple rows of teeth in their mouths, and they continuously lose and replace their teeth throughout their lives. When a shark loses a tooth, another one grows back in its place. This allows them to constantly have a full set of teeth for hunting and feeding.

Rate this question:

4
8.

_______ is the force that pushes upward against an underwater object.

Correct Answer
Buoyant force

Explanation
The buoyant force is the upward force exerted by a fluid on an object submerged in it. When an object is submerged in water, the water exerts a force on the object in an upward direction, which is known as the buoyant force. This force is what allows objects to float in water or other fluids.

Rate this question:

4
9.

Amphibians usually begint here lives...

Correct Answer
in the water.

Explanation
Amphibians usually begin their lives in the water because they are ectothermic animals that rely on external sources of heat to regulate their body temperature. The water provides a suitable environment for their eggs to develop and hatch into larvae, such as tadpoles. These larvae then undergo metamorphosis, transitioning into adult amphibians that can live both in water and on land. Starting their lives in the water allows amphibians to take advantage of the aquatic resources and protection it provides during their early stages of development.

Rate this question:

4
10.

Paleontologists are scientists who study...

Correct Answer
dinosaurs and fossils.

Explanation
Paleontologists are scientists who specialize in the study of dinosaurs and fossils. They examine and analyze the remains of ancient organisms, such as bones, teeth, and imprints, to understand their evolutionary history, behavior, and ecological roles. By studying dinosaurs and fossils, paleontologists contribute to our understanding of Earth's history and the evolution of life on the planet.

Rate this question:

4
11.

What are the main characteristics of chordates?

Quiz Review Timeline +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

Current Version
Mar 21, 2023

Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team
Mar 05, 2012

Quiz Created by
Marie_l_bond

Science Ch. 3-fish, Amphibians, And Reptiles

Which fish do not have jaws, scales, or paired fins?

A bony fish uses a swim bladder to...

Adult frogs return to the water to...

Which of the following animals breathes with its lungs?

Why are fossils rare?

Birds and mammals are endotherms.

If a shark loses a _____, another one will grow back in its place.

_______ is the force that pushes upward against an underwater object.

Amphibians usually begint here lives...

Paleontologists are scientists who study...

What are the main characteristics of chordates?