Which of the following features distinguish mammals from other vertebrates ?

Question

Which of the following features distinguish mammals from other vertebrates ? (A) Hairy skin and oviparity (B) Hairy skin and mammary glands (C) Mammary glands and teeth (D) Pinna and teeth

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The most unique mammalian characteristic is the presence of milk producing glands (mammary glands) by which the young ones are nourished. The skin of mammals is unique in possessing hair.

Q. Which of the following features distinguish mammals from other vertebrates ?

Hairy skin and oviparity

Hairy skin and mammary glands

Mammary glands and teeth

Pinna and teeth

The most unique mammalian characteristic is the presence of milk producing glands (mammary glands) by which the young ones are nourished. The skin of mammals is unique in possessing hair.