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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which human adaptation is linked to digesting dairy products?
Options
A Sweating
B Lactase persistence
Correct Answer
C Bipedalism
D Countercurrent heat exchange
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Lactase persistence is the genetic adaptation that allows continued production of lactase enzyme into adulthood, enabling digestion of lactose in dairy products.

Hint

Recall the enzyme required to break down milk sugar.

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