Glossary

Analogous - when body parts have a similar function but are different in terms of structure.

Biodiversity - the variety of all living things and how their ecosystems form. For example plants, animals and microorganisms.

Comparative anatomy - the study of the similarities and difference in the anatomy of different species.

Conservation - Management strategies to prevent further decrease of organism’s population.

Extinct - a certain species no longer living on Earth and its population completely wiped out.

Endangered - Groups, species and family decreasing in population, close to extinction.

Geographical Distribution - the natural arrangement and apportionment of the various forms of animals and plants in the different regions and localities of the earth.

Habitat - the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

Homologous - having the same relation, relative position, or structure.

Sustainable - able to be maintained at a certain rate or level.