Question
How to reptiles differ from mammals
Answers
GPT 3.5
1. Body temperature regulation: Reptiles are ectothermic, meaning they rely on external sources to regulate their body temperature, while mammals are endothermic, meaning they can regulate their own body temperature internally.
2. Reproduction: Most reptiles lay eggs, while mammals give birth to live young.
3. Skin: Reptiles have scales or bony plates covering their skin, while mammals have fur or hair.
4. Respiratory system: Reptiles have a single lung with a few exceptions, while mammals have two lungs.
5. Teeth: Reptiles have different types of teeth depending on their diet, while mammals have specialized teeth for different functions.
6. Metabolism: Reptiles generally have a slower metabolism compared to mammals.
7. Parental care: Reptiles typically have minimal parental care for their offspring, while mammals provide more extensive care for their young.
2. Reproduction: Most reptiles lay eggs, while mammals give birth to live young.
3. Skin: Reptiles have scales or bony plates covering their skin, while mammals have fur or hair.
4. Respiratory system: Reptiles have a single lung with a few exceptions, while mammals have two lungs.
5. Teeth: Reptiles have different types of teeth depending on their diet, while mammals have specialized teeth for different functions.
6. Metabolism: Reptiles generally have a slower metabolism compared to mammals.
7. Parental care: Reptiles typically have minimal parental care for their offspring, while mammals provide more extensive care for their young.