Biologists often distinguish between the invertebrates and vertebrates for the sake of
convenience and the relatively large impact the vertebrates have had - some vertebrate classes
have had as large of an impact on Earth as some entire phyla. Despite the importance of the
vertebrates - the invertebrates are much more diverse and represent much of the animal
biodiversity on our planet. In your own words - what are the relative advantages/disadvantages
of being a vertebrate or an invertebrate? Compare and contrast the two groups. How do you think
the average nonscientist perceives or identifies with these two groups?.
Biologists often distinguish between the invertebrates and vertebrates.pdf
1. Biologists often distinguish between the invertebrates and vertebrates for the sake of
convenience and the relatively large impact the vertebrates have had - some vertebrate classes
have had as large of an impact on Earth as some entire phyla. Despite the importance of the
vertebrates - the invertebrates are much more diverse and represent much of the animal
biodiversity on our planet. In your own words - what are the relative advantages/disadvantages
of being a vertebrate or an invertebrate? Compare and contrast the two groups. How do you think
the average nonscientist perceives or identifies with these two groups?
