Asked by brittney klann on Jun 18, 2024

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Sexual selection can shape which of the follow aspects of an organism?

A) visible weaponry on males
B) how fast embryos grow in the uterus
C) the shape of mammal limbs
D) a and b
E) a, b, and c

Sexual Selection

A mode of natural selection where individuals with certain inherited characteristics are more likely than others to obtain mates.

Visible Weaponry

The overt display of weapons or items intended for use in aggression or defense, readily apparent in a social or interpersonal context.

Embryos

Embryos are the early developmental stages of multicellular organisms following fertilization, before becoming fetuses.

  • Understand the process and implications of sexual selection.
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Taravat MazareiJun 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Sexual selection can influence both visible weaponry on males, such as antlers or horns used in male-male competition, and aspects of reproduction, including how fast embryos grow. However, the shape of mammal limbs is more directly influenced by natural selection related to locomotion and habitat use, rather than sexual selection.