Which Statement About the Vulnerability of Most Modern Amphibians to Environmental

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Multiple Choice

Which statement about the vulnerability of most modern amphibians to environmental change is true?

• A) They have thin skin and lose water rapidly when exposed to dry air.
• B) They possess an amniote egg, which is particularly vulnerable to water loss.
• C) They are only found in tropical habitats that are undergoing climate change.
• D) They exhibit neoteny and are only found in aquatic habitats.
• E) They undergo direct development and are confined to specific habitats to complete their life cycle.

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Hippocampus

A major component of the brain, located in the medial temporal lobe, important for memory formation and spatial navigation.

Implicit Memory

Memory that is not deliberately recollected but manifests in skills and conditioned behaviors.

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The conscious, intentional recollection of factual information, previous experiences, and concepts.

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The active memorization and learning of information through deliberate attention and effort.