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Zoo 3102 Course Outline
Zoo 3102 Course Outline
Zoo 3102 Course Outline
Vertebrate Anatomy
(SC – 253)
1. Introduction
What are chordates
General body plan of craniates
Characteristics of craniates
Structures common to craniates
Characteristics of vertebrates
2. Basic concepts
Patterns and process
Adaptations
Speciation
Evolutionary convergence
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3. Integumentary system
Epidermis
Dermis
4. Skeletal system
Mineralized tissues
Bones
Cartilage
Tendons
Ligaments
Joints
Vertebrae, ribs and sternum
Skull and visceral skeleton
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5. Muscular system
Skeletal
Smooth
Cardiac
6. Digestive system
Mouth/oral cavity
Pharynx
Esophagus
Stomach
Intestines
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7. Respiratory system
Principles of diffusion
Gills
Nares and nasal canals
Swim bladder
Lungs
8. Circulatory system
Blood
The heart
Arterial channels
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9. Urogenital system
Excretory system
Kidneys
Urinary bladders
Anus/cloaca
Reproductive system
Genital organs
Cloaca
Spinal cord
Spinal nerves
Parathyroid gland