NEET Zoology Evolution Theories MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about evolution theories is correct?
Adaptive radiation explains how different species evolve from a common ancestor in a specific geographical area.
Melanism in moths illustrates how species uniformly adapt to environmental changes without variation.
The disappearance of dinosaurs is entirely attributed to their evolution into birds without any other contributing factors.
The first land organisms were mammals, which adapted to terrestrial life before other species invaded land.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Adaptive radiation refers to the evolution of different species from a common ancestor in a specific geographical area, as exemplified by Darwin's finches and Australian marsupials. The other options contain misconceptions about evolutionary processes and the timeline of species adaptation.
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