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Most popular example of Lamarck is

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African Giraffe
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Snake
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Primose
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Both A and B
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Solution

The correct option is D Both A and B
Lamarck theory is also called as Lamarckism. The most popular example used to explain the concept of Lamarckism is the elongated neck of the giraffe. According to this theory, an elongated neck of an African giraffe evolved to reach leaves high in trees. In another example, he proposed that water birds gained long webbed toes for better swimming. Another example of Lamarckism is snakes whose ancestors are lizard like reptiles. They acquired elongated limbless body for their protection.
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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