You Are a Biologist Traveling with a Group of Explorers

question 18

Short Answer

You are a biologist traveling with a group of explorers who encounter an ancient tomb.You find an amazingly well-preserved mummy and notice a little fungus growing on some bandages.When you examine your samples of the fungus back at the lab,you notice the fungus has small sac-like,spore-releasing structures.Based on the information you have so far,you will start the process of classifying this organism by placing it in this category of fungus: ________.

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Definitions:

Innate Pecking Behavior

A natural and instinctual action performed by birds to peck at objects, often for food or as part of exploratory behavior.

Herring Gull Chicks

The young of herring gulls, a species of large seabirds known for their adaptability and varied diet.

Tinbergen

Refers to Nikolaas Tinbergen, a biologist known for his foundational work in animal behavior and ethology.

Natural Selection

The process by which genetic variations advantageous for survival and reproduction are preserved over generations, shaping species.