Insects are the largest group of animals on Earth, by number, with an estimated total population of 10 quintillion (10^18) individuals globally. These organisms are classified as arthropods and are characterised as having an exoskeleton.

Which of the following options are correct when comparing exoskeletons with endoskeletons? Select ALL that apply.

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Insects are the largest group of animals on Earth, by number, with an estimated total population of 10 quintillion (10^18) individuals globally. These organisms are classified as arthropods and are characterised as having an exoskeleton. 
 
 Which of the following options are correct when comparing exoskeletons with endoskeletons?  Select ALL that apply.

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Exoskeletons allow for joints with a wide range of movements in several planes compared with endoskeletons.

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Exoskeletons have the advantage of providing the organism with protection compared with endoskeletons.

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Exoskeletons become more efficient than endoskeletons as body size increases.

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Exoskeletons allow for a more advanced and efficient circulatory system than endoskeletons.

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Exoskeletons allow for greater growth potential than endoskeletons.

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Exoskeletons can assist with preventing dehydration more than endoskeletons.

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