Which fossil form provides a connecting link between reptiles and birds?
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Correct answer: Archaeopteryx
Archaeopteryx, found in Jurassic deposits, displays both reptilian features (teeth, clawed wings, long bony tail) and avian features (feathers, wishbone). It is the classic transitional fossil linking reptiles and birds.
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