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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Amphibians evolved in __________ period
Options
A Silurian
B Devonian
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C Carboniferous
D Permian
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The first amphibians evolved from lobe-finned fishes during the Devonian period, often called the 'Age of Fishes'. They were the first vertebrates to venture onto land.

Hint

In which period, known for its abundant fish, did the first land vertebrates appear?

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