Nonavian Reptiles Are Different from Amphibians in That Reptiles Possess

question 40

Multiple Choice

Nonavian reptiles are different from amphibians in that reptiles possess which of the following?

• A)A tough,scaly skin that provides protection against desiccation
• B)Some form of copulatory organ permitting internal fertilization
• C)A shelled egg that can be laid on dry land
• D)More muscular jaws
• E)All of the choices are nonavian reptilian characteristics.

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