Most Scientists Believe That the ________ Allowed Certain Mammals to Survive

question 59

Multiple Choice

Most scientists believe that the ________ allowed certain mammals to survive the mass extinction produced by dust clouds some 65 million years ago.

• A) ability to see well during the day
• B) capacity to maintain their body temperature
• C) ability to eat plants as well as meat
• D) capacity to breed during the night
• E) ability of their tear ducts to clear dust from their eyes

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Definitions:

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