Segmented Bodies of Animals

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When an animal has a segmented body this means the animal has a body that is sectioned into parts along the length of the body. Animals with arms, legs, a torso, and head have segmented bodies. All of these parts provide different functions to the animal and make up the whole. Segmentation of the body provides an organism the means to travel and protect its sensitive organs from damage. This segmentation allows animals to perform complex activities and use different parts for varying functions. An animal with body segmentation is the ant; it is made up of three segments, the head, the thorax, and the abdomen.

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