Arachnids

a. In Greek mythology, there is a legend about a young
woman Arachne. What is so significant about her and
this group of arthropods? Look her up !!!





b. The bodies of arachnids are divided into 2 parts.
What are they?




c. How many legs do arachnids have?




d. How are Arachnids different from other arthropods?



e. Do arachnids have antennae on their heads?



f. Arachnids have "chelicerae", which are the first
appendages on their body. What are chelicerae
used for?



g. Most arachnids produce a type of material to spin webs.
What is this material called?



h. Give 3 examples of arachnids