A four-chambered heart with a right systemic arch only is present in?

Correct answer: C. Birds

  • A. Amphibians
  • B. Reptiles
  • C. Birds
  • D. Mammals

Explanation

A four-chambered heart with a right systemic arch is present in BirdsBirds have a unique circulatory system in which they possess a four-chambered heart with complete separation of oxygenated (left side) and deoxygenated (right side) blood, but they have a right systemic arch. This adaptation allows them to meet the high oxygen demands of their active lifestyles, such as flying. Mammals (Option D) also have a four-chambered heart, but they typically have a left systemic arch. Amphibians (Option A) and reptiles (Option B) generally have three-chambered hearts with varying degrees of mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.

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