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Industrial melanism is an example of (a) defensive adaptation of skin against ultraviolet radiations

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Industrial melanism is an example of

(a) defensive adaptation of skin against ultraviolet radiations 

(b) drug resistance 

(c) darkening of skin due to smoke from industries 

(d) protective resemblance with the surroundings

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Correct option (c) darkening of skin due to smoke from industries

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Industrial melanism is an example of directional selection. Changing environment leading to changes in the phenotypic/genotypic constitution of a population.

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