Asked by Blaze Roque on Jun 12, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT an adaptation needed for living on land?
A) Egg shell
B) Internal fertilization
C) Skeletal system and muscles
D) External respiratory surfaces
E) Embryo development within the female
Adaptation
The process by which organisms adjust to changes in their environment through genetic change or behavior to enhance survival and reproduction.
Living on Land
The adaptation of life forms to survive and thrive in terrestrial environments, as opposed to aquatic or marine habitats.
External Respiratory
The process of gas exchange between the external environment and an organism, involving the intake of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide, primarily through structures like lungs or gills.
- Outline the progression of terrestrial animal origins and understand the chronological scope of animal evolution.
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Gisela CaleroJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
External respiratory surfaces are more commonly associated with aquatic organisms, which use gills or other structures directly exposed to water for gas exchange. Land animals typically have internal respiratory systems, like lungs, to handle gas exchange in air.
Learning Objectives
- Outline the progression of terrestrial animal origins and understand the chronological scope of animal evolution.