The First Vertebrates to Evolve Lacked Jaws and Had Skeletons

question 27

Multiple Choice

The first vertebrates to evolve lacked jaws and had skeletons made from a strong flexible tissue called cartilage.The lamprey is a modern example of this ancient group of vertebrates known as

• A)amphibians.
• B)reptiles.
• C)bony fishes.
• D)jawless fishes.

Calculate and compare population growth rates across different countries.

Recognize the role of birth and death rates in demographic changes within specific regions.

Evaluate the influence of immigration on national population sizes.

Understand the reasons behind variations in teenage pregnancy rates across countries.

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