Retention of larval characters even afte...

Retention of larval characters even after sexual maturity is called

A

Ontogenesis

B

Parthenogenesis

C

Neoteny

D

Phyllogenesis

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The correct Answer is:

B

Neoteny is the phenomenon in which adult retained larval characters. Ex: Axolotl larva of salamander – Ambystoma i.e. presence of external gills

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