Amniotic eggs evolved as a means to

A. protect the embryo while the parent sits on the egg.
B. protect the embryo from predators.
C. prevent the embryo from drying out.
D. allow the parent to gather food, not sit on the nest.


Answer: C

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Classification of aquatic ecosystems is largely based on features of the ________ environment

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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