The Advantages of the Amniotic Egg Include

question 108

Multiple Choice

The advantages of the amniotic egg include:

• A)relatively long development times supported by a large yolk.
• B)the ability to resist desiccation in dry terrestrial habitats.
• C)improved protection from predators.
• D)improved ability to withstand wide temperature fluctuations.
• E)reduced energetic investment by the mother relative to amphibians.

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