Which of These Is an Example of Lamarckian Inheritance of Acquired

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of these is an example of Lamarckian inheritance of acquired characteristics?

• A) Giraffes have long necks as a result of stretching to reach the leaves on tall trees.
• B) Male lions have manes to attract female lions and to scare off rival males.
• C) Penguins cannot fly, but have adapted their wings for swimming.
• D) Generations of inbreeding have created health problems in many domestic dog breeds.

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Definitions:

Vestibule

An entrance or enclosed area at the entrance of a building, or in the context of anatomy, a space or cavity at the beginning of a canal.

Semicircular Canals

Three fluid-filled bony channels in the inner ear, playing a critical role in maintaining balance and spatial orientation.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped, fluid-filled inner ear structure responsible for converting sound vibrations into neural signals.

Perilymph

The fluid that fills the space within the inner ear between the cochlea and the vestibular system, aiding in hearing and balance.