Zoology-Evolution Theories

NEET Zoology Evolution Theories Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 12

Assertion (A): The survival of dark-winged moths during post-industrialisation is an example of natural selection. | Reason (R): Dark-winged moths were better camouflaged against the soot-darkened tree trunks, making them less visible to predators.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Both the assertion and reason are true. The dark-winged moths' survival is due to natural selection, as they were better camouflaged against the darkened backgrounds, reducing predation.

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