Chapter 34, Problem 9TYU

Summary Introduction

To evaluate: The origin of emergent properties in the organisms such as dinosaurs, who were able to move without compressing their lungs as compared to the emergent tetrapods that had a sprawling trait.

Introduction:

Early tetrapods moved like a fish, but with legs. That movement restricted their lung capacity. On the other hand, dinosaurs could move without compressing their lungs, which helped them in better respiration.