Zoology-Evolution Theories

NEET Zoology Evolution Theories MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

Which of the following combinations correctly describes the evolution of life forms on Earth?

A

Jawless fish evolved around 350 mya, and the first mammals were small-sized like shrews.

B

Dinosaurs evolved from mammals, and the first organisms on land were animals.

C

Giant ferns contributed to coal deposits, and the first cellular forms appeared around 4.5 billion years ago.

D

Coelacanths are a type of dinosaur, and mammals evolved before reptiles.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the content, jawless fish indeed evolved around 350 mya, and the first mammals were small-sized like shrews. This aligns with the evolutionary timeline presented in the NCERT context.

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