Question

Archaeopteryx is a connecting link between:

• A. Birds and mammals
• B. Reptiles and amphibians
• C. Birds and amphibians
• D. Reptiles and birds

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Reptiles and birds

The correct option is D:

Explanation of the correct option:

1. An intermediate or transitional condition is a connecting link between two taxonomic classes of organisms.
2. A connecting link has characters that are common to both groups of organisms.
3. Archaeopteryx is the link between reptiles and birds. The existence of teeth and a tail in Archaeopteryx indicates reptilian features, but the presence of wings, beaks, and jaws indicates avian features.

Final answer: Archaeopteryx is a connecting link between reptiles and birds.