JAMB Biology 2020 Question 36

Question 36

Evolution

Adaptive radiation is illustrated in

  1. A.modified insect mouthparts.
  2. B.dentition in mammals.
  3. C.wings in birds and bats.
  4. D.appendages in insects.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (dentition in mammals.)

Explanation

Mammals evolved different kinds of teeth from a common pattern to suit different diets, an example of adaptive radiation.