There are Two Different Classes of Explanation in Biology

Question

There are two different classes of explanation in biology.They are:
A) Ultimate
B) Predictive
C) Proximate
D) Successive

Accepted Answer

Ultimate explanations in biology are concerned with the evolutionary reasons why a particular trait exists, focusing on its historical and adaptive significance. Proximate explanations, on the other hand, deal with the immediate biological or physiological mechanisms that lead to a certain trait or behavior.