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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Lactase persistence in humans allows for:
Options
A Digesting lactose into adulthood
Correct Answer
B Enhanced heat regulation
C Increased lung capacity
D Improved tool use
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Lactase persistence is the continued production of lactase enzyme into adulthood, allowing digestion of lactose (milk sugar) from dairy products.

Hint

Recall which adaptation relates to dairy consumption.

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