Question

Why are amphibians a convenient system for studying vertebrate development?

Answer 1

Study of amphibians for vertebrates development:

1. Amphibians are vertebrates. They are also tetrapods that have the same features as the land-dwelling vertebrates.
2. They also go through relative external changes and are easy to observe.
3. Amphibians are large and easy to manipulate.
4. The development of amphibians is fast. They go through from fertilization through neurulation in approximately 18 hrs.
5. Thus, amphibians are the ideal choice for the study of vertebrates.