Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780133923001
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: PEARSON
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Vertebrates are characterized by having vertebral column, the vertebral column provide support  to the body and attachment sites to the muscles. Gills and lungs are present in vertebrates for respiration. Teeth are the major character of vertebrates but every vertebrate does not possess jaws. The vertebrate group is very vast in terms of number of species.

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