Asked by Jessica Gonzalez on Jul 11, 2024
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The coelacanth is found in the class:
A) Dipnoi.
B) Actinistia.
C) Placoderms.
D) Cephalochordata.
E) Urochordata.
Dipnoi
A group of fish also known as lungfish, characterized by their ability to breathe air using lungs in addition to gills.
Actinistia
A subclass of mostly extinct fish, with the modern coelacanths being the only living representatives, characterized by lobed fins.
Coelacanth
A rare order of fish that was thought to be extinct until found alive in 1938, known for its lobed fins which resemble primitive leg structures.
- Scrutinize the evolutionary lineage and characteristics of chordates, covering tunicates, lancelets, and vertebrates.
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Phi Chi PledgeJul 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The coelacanth belongs to the class Actinistia, which is a group of lobe-finned fishes known for their distinctive morphology and evolutionary significance.
Learning Objectives
- Scrutinize the evolutionary lineage and characteristics of chordates, covering tunicates, lancelets, and vertebrates.