Question

Select the mis-matched pair.

• A. Archaeopteryx --- Long tail supported by caudal vertebrae, feathery exoskeleton
• B. Human beings --- Orthognathous face, dental arch rounded parabola
• C. Lemur --- Limbs with adhesive pads, long hind limbs with elongated tarsals
• D. Gorilla --- Slanting forehead, narrow and elongated pelvic girdle

Hint:

{Adhesive pads are NOT a feature of lemurs}.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding adaptive features.
Each organism has specific morphological adaptations suited to its lifestyle.
Step 2: Analyzing the pairs.
Lemurs do not possess adhesive pads; these are characteristic of frogs and geckos.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the Lemur pair is incorrectly matched.