Why Canʹt Amphibians Be Entirely Terrestrial

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Multiple Choice

Why canʹt amphibians be entirely terrestrial?

• A) They have a three-chambered heart that is not efficient enough for terrestrial life.
• B) Their digestion is adapted for consuming aquatic prey.
• C) They do not have lungs but instead have gills that require water for gas exchange.
• D) Their limbs are not adapted to support their bodies on land.
• E) Their reproduction requires water to allow fertilization and keep eggs moist.

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Counterconditioning

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