The Living World Question 260

Question: Which is not true of Archaeopteryx [MH-CET 2004]

Options:

A) Jaws are modified into beak

B) Tail is bony and long

C) Fore limbs are modified into wings

D) Connecting link between birds and mammals

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Archaeopteryx is the connecting link between birds and reptiles.

It shows that birds have been evolved from reptilian ancestors.

As per Huxley “Birds are the glorified reptiles”.