Which of the following is the correct classification for this chordate animal: This vertebrate starts its life cycle in the water in a form without legs. the adult form is a tetrapod and lives mostly on land. These animals do not have a tail and they are specialized for movement like jumping to capture prey.

Which of the following is the correct classification for this chordate animal: This vertebrate starts its life cycle in the water in a form without legs. the adult form is a tetrapod and lives mostly on land. These animals do not have a tail and they are specialized for movement like jumping to capture prey.

Concepts of Biology

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Chapter15: Diversity Of Animals

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16RQ: Members of Chondrichthyes differ from members of Osteichthyes by having a _______. a. jaw b. bony...

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