MCQ
Industrial melanism is an example of
- ADefensive adaptation of skin against ultraviolet radiations
- BDrug resistance
- CDarkening of skin due to smoke from industries
- ✓Protective resemblance with the surrounding
✓
Answer
Correct option: D.
Protective resemblance with the surrounding
d
(d)Industrial melanism is an adaptation where the moths living in the industrial areas develop melanin pigments to match their body to the soot covered surroundings.
(d)Industrial melanism is an adaptation where the moths living in the industrial areas develop melanin pigments to match their body to the soot covered surroundings.
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