Answer:
The sternum, thoracic vertebrae, and ribs protect the heart and lungs.
Explanation:
The skeleton can be divided into the <em>axial skeleton</em> (the skull and the vertebral column), <em>visceral skeleton</em> (ribs and sternum) and the <em>appendicular skeleton</em> (extremities).
The function of the <em><u>visceral skeleton</u></em> is to <em>support and protect</em> the first portion of the digestive and cardio-breathing apparatus.
In mammals, the second part of the vertebral column (thoracic vertebrae), the ribs and the sternum delimitate a protective box for lungs and heart.
Answer: C. Black snakes will not prey on cane toads in areas where cane toads have been present for 40–60 years.
Explanation:
Cane toad secret a toxin called bufotoxin which is a defense mechanism against predators. These defense mechanism is capable of killing black snakes if they eat cane toads. Within a period of 40 to 60 years, the black snakes in these area will be aware of the presence of a toxin capable of killing them in cane toads and will not prey on them. This phenomenon is termed learned behavioral adaptation.
Answer:
two hydrogen atom
Explanation:
Sulfuric Acid, H2SO4 is a chemical compound made up of two hydrogen atom, one sulfer atom, and four oxygen atoms.
<u>Answer</u>: umami
The umami taste receptors are activated by glutamate, which is found in proteins. Umami is one of the five basic tastes that describe food flavor.