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a breif classification on reptilia​

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Answered by skyfall63
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Classification on reptiles: Anapsida, Parapsida and Diapsida.

Explanation:

Reptilia class is divided into two major subclasses:

  1. Anapsida
  2. Parapsida
  3. Diapsida

1. Anapsida:

  • Dermal bones form a complete skull with no "temporal fossae".
  • Modern chelonians are classified according to the method used to retract the head in the shell.
  • Turtles, tortoises and terrapins are part of this group.

2. Parapsida:

  • These reptiles have a temporary fossa high on the skull.
  • Protosaurs, Nothosaurs, Placodonts have shown this type of skull.

3. Diapsida:

  • There are two temporary vacuities in the skull.
  • They are divided into two major groups-Archosauria and Lepidosauria.
  • Crocodilus, Chameleon, etc.

To know more:

classification of reptilia - Brainly.in

brainly.in/question/5111472

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