The scientific name for such organisms is Heterotrophs.
Key Concepts Covered
This question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter Classification of Animals: Question, Animals, Cannot, Prepare, Own, Food. These are fundamental topics in Biology that students are expected to master as part of the ICSE Class 7 curriculum.
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Key Points to Remember
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Chapter 2: Classification of Animals — ICSE Class VII Biology Notes
Comprehensive ICSE Class VII Biology notes on Classification of Animals covering invertebrate phyla (Porifera to Echinodermata), vertebrate classes (Pisces to Mammalia), and Whittaker Five Kingdom Classification with solved examples.
Key Concepts and Topics
Topics covered: Invertebrates, Vertebrates, Five Kingdom Classification, Phyla, Classes
Weightage: Approximately 8 marks in the exam
Important Points to Remember
- 97% of animals are invertebrates without backbone
- Eight invertebrate phyla from Porifera to Echinodermata
- Arthropoda is the largest phylum with jointed legs and exoskeleton
- Five vertebrate classes: Pisces, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves, Mammalia
- Cold-blooded vs warm-blooded animals
- Whittaker Five Kingdom Classification: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, Animalia
- Key exceptions: whale is mammal, bat is mammal, penguin is bird
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the largest phylum of animals?
A: Arthropoda, which includes insects, spiders, and crabs.
Q: Why is a whale a mammal and not a fish?
A: Whales breathe through lungs, give birth to live young, and feed milk to their babies.
Q: What are the five kingdoms in Whittaker classification?
A: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.
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