Question

Snails and beetles have exoskeletons. Hypothesize the advantages and disadvantages of having an exoskeleton rather than a backbone. Explain your answer in one or two sentences.(2 points) put in simple words and put in 1 paragraph

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

Having an exoskeleton provides protection from predators and support for the body, but it can also limit flexibility and growth as the organism needs to shed its exoskeleton to grow. This can be a disadvantage as it leaves the organism vulnerable during the molting process. On the other hand, having a backbone allows for more flexibility and growth as the organism can continue to grow without needing to shed its outer layer. However, a backbone may not provide as much protection against predators as an exoskeleton.