Two brand new species of mammal like animals are found. Their relationship is unclear, however species 1 (found in India) has a claw in front that secretes a venom. Species 2, (found in Russia) also has a venomous structure, a venomous back claw. Since both species are apparently mammalian, and since both have independently figured out a way to produce claw-borne venom, it is safe to conclude that they are closely related species. a. True. b. False.

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Makena Holloway

Biology

1 August, 05:06

Two brand new species of mammal like animals are found. Their relationship is unclear, however species 1 (found in India) has a claw in front that secretes a venom. Species 2, (found in Russia) also has a venomous structure, a venomous back claw. Since both species are apparently mammalian, and since both have independently figured out a way to produce claw-borne venom, it is safe to conclude that they are closely related species. a. True. b. False.

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Kimora Gentry · Answer 1

Answer: The conclusion is false

Explanation:

Species refers to organisms that have the largest number of features in common. However, ONLY one feature (claw-borne venom) has been proven to be common to

both mammalian-like animals.

Hence, it is not safe to conclude that both animals are closely related species. Thus, the statement is false