Question

Tiktaalik had a combination of fishlike and tetrapod-like characteristics. which were the tetrapod-like characteristics? select all that apply. select all that apply. scales a neck fins with fin rays flat head with eyes on top interlocking ribs

Answer 1

The tetrapod-like characteristics are;  

a neck, flat head with eyes on top and interlocking ribs.

Tiktaalik is a large fresh water fish that has both fishlike and tetrapod-like characteristics. Tetrapods are four-legged vertebrates such as amphibians, reptiles. Tiktaalik has scales and gills like fishes but it also possesses unusual fins, a neck, interlocking ribs and flattened head with eyes on top (similar to the head of a crocodile).