Describe the role of calcium in maintaining human bones and teeth. Based on this, how do you think a lack of calcium may affect the shells of these birds?

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A: There are 3 ossicles in mammalian ear: malleus, incus, stapes. With the help of these 3 bones…

Q: Explain how a bird’s wing produces lift. What features help to prevent stalling at low flight…

A: Vertebrates comprise all species of animals within the subphylum Vertebrata. Vertebrates include…

Q: Snorkeling a coral reef you see an animal with multiple arms hiding in a crevice. Determine whether…

A: Echinodermata The animals belonging to this phylum are a variety of invertebrate marine animals.…

Q: Briefly discuss the components that make up the exoskeleton. List the hormones responsible for this…

A: The external skeleton that provides support and protection to the animal’s body is known as the…

Q: What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a Moist, permeable skin in amphibians?

A: ANSWER;- advantages;- Most amphibians have thin skin that is very permeable (allowing fluids and…

Q: Contrast the development of young in fish and amphibians.

A: Since most fish species undergo external fertilization, it only is sensible that, for the…

Q: The bones that make up the forelimbs of monke cats, whales, and birds are similar. of the following…

A: Evolution can be studied by various evidences like homologous and analogous organs.

Q: Explain the functions of the crop and gizzard in birds. Why don’thumans have a crop or gizzard?

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Q: A hardosaur have large bodies with strong arms and legs and tail, couldn’t they use them to defend…

A: Divergent evolution is the accumulation of differences across groups, which can lead to the…

Q: Controlling for body size, would you expect a flightless bird to produce eggs that are larger than,…

A: Flightless birds show the discontinuous distribution in the biosphere. They have a small head,…

Q: The eruption of teeth can be used to Group of answer choices determine the age of the remains of…

A: Science is a term which is used for the study of the subject which is based on the facts and…

Q: How long did it take to get from early bipedals to more sophisticated bipedals like Lucy?

A: The term "Lucy" specifically refers to the fossilized remains of an Australopithecus afarensis…

Q: Humans have a coccyx at the end of the vertebral column. What structure common to all vertebrate…

A: The coccyx is a triangular structure of bones near the bottom of the backbone, just below the…

Q: The Virginia opossum, or possum, is the only North American marsupial. Describe how its young are…

A: Marsupials are mammals with a marsupium. Marsupium is the pouch within the organism is a…

Q: How are a fish’s and a bird’s skeletons similar in structure andfunction?

A: Introduction: Fish belong to phylum Chordata and is a marine living creature. However, birds also…

Q: reptiles are more successful than amphibians on land.  b. Explain how sharks

A: Since you have asked multiple questions , we will solve the first question for you. If you want any…

Q: Which of these characteristics best promoted the survival of offspring in reptiles, birds, and…

A: Reptiles are vertebrates that are covered in special skin made up of scales or bony plates. They are…

Q: Of all birds, the flightless kiwi has the highest proportion of yolk in its eggs and the longest…

A: Eggs are the products of fertilization and house the developing embryo .

Q: Do ostriches bury their head in the sand? 2. Please identify the 3 world records held by the common…

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Q: What is the role of haversian canal in mammalian bones?

A: Haversian canals also known as canal of  Havers, are a series of microscopic tunnels which surrounds…

Q: Most people know feathers are important for flight. What other functions do feathers serve?

A: Feathers, which are essentially epidermal protrusions or overgrowth developed in particular tracts…

Q: The fossil cephalopod has a calcareous shell and a squid-like body that would extend out of the…

A: Anatomy is the branch of biology that deals with the study of the structure of organisms and their…

Q: What characteristics does a lizard have to adapt to desert wind and dust storms? For example what…

A: Reptiles and amphibians can live in desert environments without suffering from extremities of…

Q: Sharp and pointed molars are useful for primates to eat:   A. Leaves   B. Insects   C. Lizards…

A: Primates are a group of mammals, for example humans, monkeys etc , they share some common…

Q: Boric acid is a potent insecticide that dissipates the wax coatof insects. Explain how this…

A: Boric acid is known as an insecticide, which is known to kill bacterial cells.

Q: List some functions of bird feathers

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Q: EEG used to measure the activity of : * Heart O Brain O Muscle O Eye movement O Others As…

A: The electroencephalogram (EEG) is a clinical trial which used to compute the electrical activity of…

Q: Contrast swimming and flying in terms of the main problems they pose and the adaptations that allow…

A: There is a requirement of a skeleton for converting the contraction of the muscle to move. A…

Q: Using examples, explain this statement: “Vertebrate skeletons are variations on a theme.

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Q: What is the difference between birds and bats

A: Living organisms are those who can survive and adapt according to the environment.

Q: You've been doing research to help your grandmother understand two new drugs for osteoporosis. One…

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Q: difference between a turtle and a tortoise

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Q: What does APODA mean? O A. Without true bone B. Without jaws C. Without teeth. O D. Without legs E.…

A: The term poda is used as a suffix in the name of the class of organisms that have limbs or legs.…

Q: Question 4 1 pts Which of the following is true of asteroids? (Hint: Recall the video of an starfish…

A: Eversible stomach.

Q: How can a forensic anthropologist determine if human bone is modern or archaeological?  A. By asking…

A: The objective of the question is to identify the correct method used by forensic anthropologists to…

Q: What advantage does the chimp’s metatarsal give to the chimp? What advantage does the biped’s…

A: One of the two species of large apes in the genus Pan is the chimpanzee, or monkey. Originating from…

Q: Mammal-like reptiles like Gorgonopsid had specialized teeth, different from the uniform peg-shaped…

A: The question is asking whether the mammal-like reptiles, such as Gorgonopsid, had specialized teeth…

Q: Discuss The force-pump method in amphibians.

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Q: Form reflects function” is a statement that applies to the skeletal system. What evidence can you…

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Q: Which is NOT true of vertebrate scales? A. Reptile scales are epidermally -derived B. Fish scales…

A: The vertebrata is a group of chordates with a well developed vertebral column. In this group the…

Q: According to the picture blow, how many times did branched filaments evolve in dinosaurs?

A: Phylogeny is a branch of biology that studies the evolution of all living things on the earth. The…

Q: Controlling for body size, would you expect a flightlessbird to produce eggs that are larger than,…

A: Flightless birds are birds that are unable to fly. These animals, which evolved from flying…

Marine Evolution

Marine habitat is less explored, and hence, its biological diversity is far less known. The marine habitats are not constant due to their shifting nature, while the terrestrial habitats are more stable. Marine biology is the science that deals with the study of diverse marine species, their interactions, and behavioral characteristics.