Which of These Fly Organs, as They Exist in Current

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of these fly organs, as they exist in current fly populations, best fits the description of an exaptation?

• A) wings
• B) balancing organs
• C) mouthparts
• D) thoraxes
• E) walking appendages

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