Which structure is not an innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification?

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which structure is not an innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification?

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@LectureNotes Which structure is not an innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification?

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Which structure is not an innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification? Bone Amniotic egg Jaws Exoskeleton

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Which structure is not an innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification?

The structure that is not an innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification is the exoskeleton.

During the process of vertebrate diversification, various structures and adaptations evolved in different lineages. These innovations played a crucial role in the evolutionary success of vertebrates.

  1. Bone: The evolution of bone is a significant innovation in vertebrates. Bones provide support, protection, and serve as sites for muscle attachment. They contribute to the development of a rigid internal skeleton that allows for better locomotion and increased body size.

  2. Amniotic egg: The amniotic egg is another important innovation in vertebrate evolution, specifically in reptiles, birds, and mammals. It is a self-contained structure that allows vertebrates to reproduce and develop embryos on land. The amniotic egg provides protection, nourishment, and a suitable environment for the developing embryo.

  3. Jaws: Jaws are an evolutionary innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification. They first appeared in early jawed fish, such as placoderms. Jaws allowed vertebrates to become efficient predators and diversify into various feeding strategies.

However, the exoskeleton is not an innovation that occurred during vertebrate diversification. Exoskeletons are external hard coverings found in certain invertebrate groups, such as arthropods (e.g., insects, crustaceans). Vertebrates do not possess an exoskeleton but instead have internal skeletons made up of bone or cartilage.