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ZOO 102 Animal Diversity, Phylogeny, and Vertebrate Structure Objective Question
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Unlike most reptiles, crocodilians are unique in having which structural adaptation?
Options
A Permeable skin
B A four-chambered heart
Correct Answer
C Hollow bones
D External fertilization
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

While most reptiles have a three-chambered heart, crocodilians possess a four-chambered heart, similar to birds and mammals. Permeable skin is an amphibian trait.

Hint

Consider the efficiency of their circulatory system compared to other reptiles.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Animal Diversity, Phylogeny, and Vertebrate Structure
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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