[Campbell Biology P.771] Which of the following is a feature unique to vertebrates and gives... | Practice Question

Which of the following is a feature unique to vertebrates and gives rise to a variety of structures including teeth, some bones of the skull, and neurons?

  • A: Neural crest
  • B: Notochord
  • C: Pharyngeal slits
  • D: Post-anal tail

Explanation

The neural crest is explicitly stated as 'Another feature unique to vertebrates' that gives rise to various structures like teeth, bones of the skull, and neurons. Notochord, pharyngeal slits, and post-anal tail are common characteristics of all chordates, not unique to vertebrates.