SC.5.L.14.2 Comparing Plants and Animals

The scales of fish and the feathers of birds are both made from the same protein, called keratin. What is another characteristic birds and most fish share?

Which organ in the fish is most similar to the human respiratory system?

Many kinds of animals live in the Everglades, including alligators, Florida panthers, and manatees. What characteristic do all three of these animals of the Everglades share?

Samson spotted an animal in his yard that he had never seen before. It was lying on top of a pile of eggs. He could also tell that the animal's skin was tough and scaly. Based on this information, what kind of vertebrate was Samson most likely looking at?

Which of the following is a characteristic of an invertebrate?

Plants have stems that function to provide support. This organ in plants is most similar to which of the following in humans?

Plants and animals have similarities and differences. Which of the following is a way that plants are different from animals?

Fruits contain seeds produced by a flower. What is inside of a seed?