Give an Example of a Trait That Provides a Good

question 23

Essay

Give an example of a trait that provides a good fit to the environment but is not an adaptation. Explain why it is not an adaptation.

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Definitions:

Abdominopelvic Cavity

A body cavity comprising the abdominal cavity (holding digestive organs) and the pelvic cavity (holding reproductive organs, bladder, and rectum).

Negative Feedback

A control system where a triggering event produces a counteracting response to keep a regulated element at its ideal state.

Blood Pressure

The force that circulating blood exerts against the walls of blood vessels, crucial for ensuring vital organs receive oxygen and nutrients.

Directional Terms

Refers to anatomical terms that describe locations in the body relative to other body parts.