Asked by Zaria Johnson on May 27, 2024
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Which of the following is an incorrect match between animal and eye type?
A) flatworms-light-sensitive spots
B) insects-compound eye
C) scallops-light-sensitive spots
D) cephalopods-camera eye
Light-sensitive Spots
Simple photoreceptors found in some organisms that can detect the presence of light but cannot form images.
Compound Eye
A type of eye found in insects and some crustaceans, consisting of multiple small visual units that provide a wide field of vision and the ability to detect movement.
Camera Eye
An eye type that possesses a lens for focusing light on the retina, similar to the operational principle of a camera, found in humans and other animals.
- Explain the role of genetic changes in the development and evolution of sensory systems.
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LF
Lindsay FlowersMay 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Scallops actually have a complex eye structure that is more advanced than mere light-sensitive spots. They possess a type of mirror eye, which is capable of forming images, unlike the simple light-sensitive spots suggested in the option.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the role of genetic changes in the development and evolution of sensory systems.