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Plesiosaur and Pliosaur were...

Plesiosaur and Pliosaur were

A

Flying reptiles

B

Herbivorous dinosaurs

C

Marine reptiles

D

Carnivorous dinosaurs.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Organisms**: The question asks about Plesiosaur and Pliosaur. Both of these are types of reptiles that lived during the Mesozoic era. 2. **Determine Their Classification**: To classify Plesiosaur and Pliosaur, we need to consider their characteristics and the era they lived in. They are not flying reptiles, nor are they classified as dinosaurs. 3. **Examine Their Characteristics**: - **Plesiosaur**: Characterized by a long neck, tapered body, blunt flippers, and a small head with sharp teeth. These features suggest adaptations for a marine environment. - **Pliosaur**: Distinguished by a massive head, short neck, and streamlined body, also equipped with flippers for swimming. 4. **Establish Their Habitat**: Both Plesiosaur and Pliosaur were predominantly marine reptiles, meaning they lived in the ocean. 5. **Consider the Options**: The options provided are: - Flying reptiles - Herbivorous dinosaurs - Marine reptiles - Carnivorous dinosaurs 6. **Select the Correct Option**: Based on the characteristics and habitat of Plesiosaur and Pliosaur, the correct classification is "marine reptiles." **Final Answer**: Plesiosaur and Pliosaur were **marine reptiles**. ---
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