AIPMT PRELIMS2006Zoology-Evolution
AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Zoology Living Fossils MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which one of the following is not a living fossil?
A
King crab
B
Sphenodon
C
Archaeopteryx
D
Peripatus
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Archaeopteryx is an extinct species and not considered a living fossil, unlike the other options which are extant species with ancient lineages.
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