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What are 3 characteristics of insects? (how they move and how many body sections?)
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6 legs
1-2 pair of wings (outer wings used for camouflage, inner for flying) 3 body sections (head, thorax, abdomen) |
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What is the purpose of air sacs?
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where oxygen diffuses into cells and carbon dioxide diffuse into air scas to be excreted
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What structures are part of the thorax?
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legs, wings
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What structures are on the abdomen of insects?
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digestive system
reproductive system spiracles |
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What sense organs do insects have?
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1 pair of antannae
eyes(simple or compound) |
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What are some structures on the head of insects?
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mouth, brain, sense organs (eyes and antennae)
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What are a few examples of insects?
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grasshopper, butterfly, bee, beetle, mosquito, flea
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What are the spiracles for?
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openings on the abdomen that help breath air in and out
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