Endoskeleton

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Chimpanzees have endoskeletons

An endoskeleton is an internal support structure of an animal. Three phyla of animals possess endoskeletons of various types: Chordata, Echinodermata, and Porifera. the endoskeleton allows the body to move and gives the body structure and shape.

The endoskeleton is a characteristic of vertebrates and some invertebrates.

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See also: Endoskeleton, Animal, Biology, Chordata, Echinodermata, Invertebrates, Porifera, Vertebrates