Which of the Following Is Not a Current Hypothesis Proposed

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a current hypothesis proposed for the evolution of skin color?

• A) preventing damage to DNA
• B) protecting the level of vitamin D
• C) protecting the level of folic acid
• D) preventing damage to elastin

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Definitions:

Low-growing Grasses

Grass species that have a short stature, typically found in lawns or as ground cover.

Rain Shadows

Rain shadows are dry areas on the leeward side of mountain ranges, where the landscape blocks precipitation from reaching the interior.

Permafrost

A layer of soil or rock beneath the Earth's surface that remains frozen for two or more consecutive years, primarily found in polar regions.

Carbon Stores

refer to reservoirs, both natural and artificial, that accumulate and hold carbon-containing chemical compounds for an indefinite period.