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”.