From an Evolutionary Point of View, Which of the Following

question 3

Multiple Choice

From an evolutionary point of view, which of the following examples of a family structure provides the most protection, defense, and complex long-term nurture and socialization of an offspring?

• A) a sea turtle that lays its eggs deep down in the sand
• B) a common garter snake that gives birth to live young
• C) a salmon that returns to its birthplace to reproduce
• D) a chimpanzee that carries around its infant in the forest

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Definitions:

Osteoblasts

Cells that specialize in the formation of new bone tissue.

Haversion System

A system of small canals within compact bone that contain blood vessels, nerves, and lymphatics, essential for bone nutrition and health.

Central Canals

Channels running longitudinally in the spine's bones, carrying blood vessels and nerves to nourish and innervate the bone.

Osteons

Structural units of compact bone, consisting of concentric layers of calcified matrix and central canals containing blood vessels.