Asked by Ariana Khojandpour on Jul 07, 2024
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Which of these characteristics is absent in amphibians but found in reptiles?
A) thin, moist skin
B) internal fertilization
C) small, inefficient lungs
D) aquatic larvae
E) eggs with gelatinous covering
Gelatinous Covering
A thick, jelly-like substance that coats or surrounds certain cells or organisms, often serving protective or structural functions.
Internal Fertilization
A reproductive process in animals where sperm fertilizes an egg inside the body.
- Elucidate the modifications vertebrates underwent to live terrestrially, specifically regarding their reproduction and maturation.
Verified Answer
AY
Alvin YakitoriJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Reptiles have internal fertilization, while amphibians have external fertilization.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the modifications vertebrates underwent to live terrestrially, specifically regarding their reproduction and maturation.