The Hierarchy Of Classification-Groups
Chapter Name : Diversity In Living Organisms |
Sub Topic Code : 103_09_07_03_06 |
Topic Name : The Hierarchy Of Classification-Groups |
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Sub Topic Name : Animalia |
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Introduction
Kingdom animalia - includes organisms which are multi cellular, eukaryotes without cell wall.
Pre-Requisites:
What is kingdom animalia? How are they further classified?
Activity:
We humans have a backbone hence we are vertebrates. Similarly animals like fishes and mammals have a backbone too. If you observe the insects which you usually find in and around your house you'll notice they lack a backbone.
Real Life Question:
Do all animals have a backbone?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Invertebrates | Organisms which do not have a backbone. Eg - Star fish, Prawns, Crabs, Insects, Snail, Tapeworm, Sponges etc |
| Vertebrates | Organisms which have a backbone. Eg - Fishes, Tiger, Elephant, Snake, Turtle, Frog, Birds etc |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Real life uses :
Animals are a source of food for humans and also used for making various products.
Places to visit :
In and around your house, school etc.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Worms | They don't have a backbone, hence they are invertebrates. |
What you learn in Theory:
What is kingdom animalia and various subdivisions
What you learn in Practice:
How various animals are useful to humans