Question
Biology Question on Diversity In The Living World
| Match List I with List II :List - I | List – II |
|---|---|
| A. | Lemur |
| B. | Bobcat |
| C. | Anteater |
| D. | Flying squirrels |
| Choose the correct answer from the options given below : |
A
A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
B
A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I
C
А-IV, В-ІІІ, C-II, D-I
D
A-IV, B-II, C-III, D-I
Answer
A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
Explanation
Solution
Convergent evolution involves the independent evolution of similar traits in different species due to similar environmental pressures. The correct matches are:
- A. Lemur - III. Spotted cuscus (both are arboreal mammals with similar adaptations)
- B. Bobcat - IV. Tasmanian tiger cat (both are carnivorous mammals with similar body structure)
- C. Anteater - II. Numbat (both are insectivores with long snouts and tongues)
- D. Flying squirrels - I. Flying phalanger (both are gliding mammals with patagium)
Therefore, the correct option is (1): A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I.