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Industrial melanism is an example of...

Industrial melanism is an example of

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Defensive adaptation of skin against ultraviolet radiations

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Drug resistance

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Darkening of skin due to smoke from industries

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Protective resemblance with the surrounding

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Industrial melanism is an adaptation where the moths living in the industrial areas develop melanin pigments to match their body to the soot covered surroudings.
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