Chapter 32
Campbell Biology · 3 exercises
Problem 3
Which of the following was probably an important factor in bringing about the Cambrian explosion? (A) the movement of animals onto land (B) an increase in the concentration of atmospheric nitrogen (C) the emergence of predator-prey relationships (D) the origin of bilaterian animals
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Problem 6
Animal life changed greatly during the Cambrian explosion, with some groups expanding in diversity and others declining. Write a short essay (100-150 words) interpreting these events as feedback regulation at the level of the biological community.
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Problem 7
This organism is an animal. What can you infer about its body structure and lifestyle (that might not be obvious from its appearance)? This animal has a protostome developmental pattern and a trochophore larva. Identify the major clades that this animal belongs to. Explain your selection, and describe when these clades originated and how they are related to one another.
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