Table 23-1 Based on the Accompanying Table, Which of the Following

question 6

Multiple Choice

Table 23-1 Based on the accompanying table, which of the following characteristics are used to establish the family level of classification for corn?

• A) Terrestrial and photosynthetic
• B) A grass with hollow stems
• C) A flowering plant
• D) One-seeded fruit
• E) Monocot

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Definitions:

Opposable Thumbs

Thumbs that can be moved to touch the opposite fingers of the hand, a trait allowing for greater manipulation and grasp capability.

Adaptation

The process by which a species becomes better suited to its environment through changes in its characteristics over time.

Stereoscopic Vision

The ability to perceive depth and three-dimensional structure from visual information captured by both eyes.

Primates

An order of mammals that includes humans, apes, monkeys, and prosimians, characterized by large brains, forward-facing eyes, and opposable thumbs.