Which Adaptation Is Constrained by the Particular Ancestral Structure of the Organism

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which adaptation is constrained by the particular ancestral structure of the organism, resulting in a jury-rigged design?

• A) antibiotic resistance in bacteria
• B) anatomy that allows upright posture in humans
• C) the wings of bats
• D) ethanol tolerance in fruit flies

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Definitions:

Neurogenesis

The process of generating new neurons in the brain, which can occur in certain parts of the adult brain and plays a role in learning and memory.

Long-Term Potentiation

A long-lasting enhancement in signal transmission between two neurons resulting from stimulating them simultaneously; widely considered one of the major cellular mechanisms that underlies learning and memory.

Preventive Mental Health

Measures taken to prevent mental health problems from developing, such as promoting well-being, resilience, and early intervention strategies.

Biomedical Therapy

A treatment approach that utilizes medications and/or medical procedures to treat psychological disorders.