Amniotes Differ from Earlier Vertebrates by

question 43

Multiple Choice

Amniotes differ from earlier vertebrates by

• A) their large size.
• B) their three-chambered heart.
• C) their internal fertilization.
• D) the possession of a slimy skin.
• E) having external scales.

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Definitions:

Aztecs

A Mesoamerican culture that flourished in central Mexico in the 14th to 16th centuries, known for their complex social structure, achievements in art and architecture, and conquered by the Spanish in 1521.

Maya

A Mesoamerican civilization known for their contributions to art, architecture, mathematics, calendar, and astronomical system.

Hernán Cortés

A Spanish Conquistador who led an expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire and brought large parts of mainland Mexico under the rule of the King of Castile in the early 16th century.

Veracruz

Veracruz is a state in Mexico known for its significant role in the country's history, vibrant culture, diverse ecosystems, and as the site where Hernán Cortés landed in 1519, marking the start of Spanish conquest.