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1. Presence of a notochord: a flexible rod-like structure that provides support and structure to the body.
2. Dorsal hollow nerve cord: a tubular structure that runs along the dorsal side of the body and serves as the central nervous system.
3. Pharyngeal slits or pouches: openings in the pharynx that are used for filter feeding, respiration, or communication in some chordates.
4. Post-anal tail: a tail that extends beyond the anus, present in some stage of development in most chordates.
5. Endostyle or thyroid gland: a glandular structure in the pharynx that is involved in filter feeding and hormone production.
6. Segmented muscles: muscles arranged in a series of segments along the body, allowing for more precise and coordinated movement.
7. Closed circulatory system: a system of blood vessels that circulate blood throughout the body, providing nutrients and oxygen to tissues.
8. Bilateral symmetry: a body plan in which the left and right sides of the body are mirror images of each other.
9. Deuterostome development: a type of embryonic development in which the blastopore becomes the anus, characteristic of chordates and some other animal phyla.
10. Presence of a post-anal tail: a tail that extends beyond the anus, present in some stage of development in most chordates.
2. Dorsal hollow nerve cord: a tubular structure that runs along the dorsal side of the body and serves as the central nervous system.
3. Pharyngeal slits or pouches: openings in the pharynx that are used for filter feeding, respiration, or communication in some chordates.
4. Post-anal tail: a tail that extends beyond the anus, present in some stage of development in most chordates.
5. Endostyle or thyroid gland: a glandular structure in the pharynx that is involved in filter feeding and hormone production.
6. Segmented muscles: muscles arranged in a series of segments along the body, allowing for more precise and coordinated movement.
7. Closed circulatory system: a system of blood vessels that circulate blood throughout the body, providing nutrients and oxygen to tissues.
8. Bilateral symmetry: a body plan in which the left and right sides of the body are mirror images of each other.
9. Deuterostome development: a type of embryonic development in which the blastopore becomes the anus, characteristic of chordates and some other animal phyla.
10. Presence of a post-anal tail: a tail that extends beyond the anus, present in some stage of development in most chordates.
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1. Notochord:
- A flexible rod-like structure that provides support and axial rigidity.
- Present during embryonic development and may persist in the adult stage.
2. Dorsal Hollow Nerve Cord:
- A tube of nervous tissue that runs along the back.
- Gives rise to the brain and spinal cord.
3. Pharyngeal Slits or Clefts:
- Openings in the embryonic pharynx (throat) connected to the outside.
- In aquatic chordates, they function for filter feeding.
- In terrestrial chordates, they contribute to the formation of structures like the thyroid gland and middle ear.
4. Post-Anal Tail:
- A muscular extension of the body that extends beyond the anus.
- Present in the larval or embryonic stages of some chordates.
5. Endostyle and Hypophysis:
- Structures in the throat region that are associated with hormone secretion.
- The endostyle produces iodine-rich mucus, while the hypophysis secretes hormones involved in growth and metabolism.
6. Closed Circulatory System:
- A system of blood vessels that ensures the transport of substances throughout the body.
- Consists of a heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries.
7. Pharyngeal Gill Slits:
- Openings in the pharynx that are connected to the digestive tract and used for respiration in aquatic chordates.
- In some terrestrial chordates, they are modified into structures like the eustachian tubes.
8. Dorsal Fin:
- A fin that runs along the dorsal (back) side of the body.
- Provides stability and maneuverability in aquatic environments.
9. Caudal Fin:
- A fin that is located at the posterior (tail) end of the body.
- Provides propulsion and steering in aquatic environments.
10. Ventral Fin Folds:
- Paired folds of skin that extend along the ventral (belly) side of the body.
- Contribute to the stability and maneuverability of aquatic chordates.
- A flexible rod-like structure that provides support and axial rigidity.
- Present during embryonic development and may persist in the adult stage.
2. Dorsal Hollow Nerve Cord:
- A tube of nervous tissue that runs along the back.
- Gives rise to the brain and spinal cord.
3. Pharyngeal Slits or Clefts:
- Openings in the embryonic pharynx (throat) connected to the outside.
- In aquatic chordates, they function for filter feeding.
- In terrestrial chordates, they contribute to the formation of structures like the thyroid gland and middle ear.
4. Post-Anal Tail:
- A muscular extension of the body that extends beyond the anus.
- Present in the larval or embryonic stages of some chordates.
5. Endostyle and Hypophysis:
- Structures in the throat region that are associated with hormone secretion.
- The endostyle produces iodine-rich mucus, while the hypophysis secretes hormones involved in growth and metabolism.
6. Closed Circulatory System:
- A system of blood vessels that ensures the transport of substances throughout the body.
- Consists of a heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries.
7. Pharyngeal Gill Slits:
- Openings in the pharynx that are connected to the digestive tract and used for respiration in aquatic chordates.
- In some terrestrial chordates, they are modified into structures like the eustachian tubes.
8. Dorsal Fin:
- A fin that runs along the dorsal (back) side of the body.
- Provides stability and maneuverability in aquatic environments.
9. Caudal Fin:
- A fin that is located at the posterior (tail) end of the body.
- Provides propulsion and steering in aquatic environments.
10. Ventral Fin Folds:
- Paired folds of skin that extend along the ventral (belly) side of the body.
- Contribute to the stability and maneuverability of aquatic chordates.
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