Question

Industrial melanism is an example of

• A. darkening of skin due to smoke from the industries
• B. protective resemblance with the surrounding
• C. drug resistance
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

darkening of skin due to smoke from the industries

The correct option is A.

Explanation for the correct option

1. Industrial melanism referes to the darkening of the skin, fur or feathers in the areas near the industries due to presence of the soot in the air of that area.
2. Industrial melanism refers to the natural selection of a species.
3. It refers to the adaptiveness of a species to its surrounding enviornment.

Final Answer: Industrial melanism is an example of the darkening of skin due to smoke from the industries.