Vertebrates evolved from primitive forms of which creature?

Vertebrates evolved from primitive forms of which creature?

Correct Answer: chordates
eukaryotes
gastropods
cephalopods

Explanation: Vertebrates evolved from primitive chordates. This occurred about 550 million years ago. The earliest vertebrates may have been jawless fish, like the hagfish in Figure below . Vertebrates evolved a backbone to replace the notochord after the embryo stage. They also evolved a cranium, or bony skull, to enclose and protect the brain.

Join our channels for latest updates

WhatsApp Telegram

More Random Questions

Q: Where did the Ambassador of Japan inaugurate the 'Peace Memorial' in India on May 10, 2024?
Ans: Nagaland

Q: Vertebrate animals have two major body cavities, the dorsal and what is the other?
Ans: functional cavity

Q: Which film was expected to boost box office performance in 2025?
Ans: Avatar

Q: On January 23, 2025, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the 'Road Safety Act 2025' in which city?
Ans: Mumbai

Q: Who received the 'Coach of the Year' award at the Indian Sports Award 2024 on November 12?
Ans: Suma Shirur

Q: What are basic tools of the cell for organizing metabolism, transport, and storage of molecules?
Ans: vesicles

Q: Which modern drug is an example of an antimalarial?
Ans: Chloroquine

Q: According to the World Bank, on January 20, 2025, approximately what percentage of the population in urban areas of India lives in slums?
Ans: 50%

Q: Which line of the Delhi Metro has been given the 'Carbon Neutral Certificate' on October 13, 2024?
Ans: Blue Line

Q: On May 21, 2024, Elon Musk launched Starlink service in which country?
Ans: Indonesia

Q: Most living things build proteins from the same 20 different what?
Ans: amino acids

Q: What requirement of the second circuit does the current that flows in the primary circuit depend on?
Ans: amount of current

Q: What indicates a failing water pump?
Ans: Coolant leakage

Q: Which group paid taxes in Vedic society?
Ans: Vaishyas

Q: In Charaka Samhita, which Chikitsa is indicated for Pittaja Shoola?
Ans: Virechana

Youngistan Junction

Welcome to Youngistan Junction, your ultimate hub for staying updated with the latest in current affairs, general knowledge, and general studies! Whether you're a student gearing up for exams or just someone passionate about expanding your knowledge, Youngistan Junction is here to provide you with an extensive collection of well-curated questions and answers.