Which of the Following Skin Derivatives Is Mismatched with the Organism

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following skin derivatives is mismatched with the organism on which it is found?

• A) mammals - hair and nails
• B) amphibians - epidermal scales
• C) fishes - bony scales
• D) birds - feathers

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Definitions:

Meiosis

A specialized form of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in the production of gametes or spores.

Mitosis

This process of cell division produces two new cells, each with the same quantity and type of chromosomes as found in the original nucleus, characteristic of standard tissue expansion.

Allele

One of two or more versions of a gene, each allele results in different traits or characteristics in an organism.

Maternal Chromosome

One of the two chromosomes in each pair originating from the mother, found in the offspring.