The average hind-limb length of each island's lizard population change form that of the original population because of adaptation.
No not at the moment. However it seems that some nerve function can be restored by a limb re attachment or transplant.
To swim and to progress through water.
The word "limb" can function as a noun. It refers to a person's arm or leg, usually in the context of anatomy or a body part.
To beat the heat.
to fight back
to ward of predators
The limb on a microscope holds the body tube and nosepiece in place. It provides stability and support for adjusting the height of the body tube to focus on the specimen.
No, artificial limbs do not contain living tissues. They are typically made from materials like plastics, metals, and composites designed to mimic the function of a real limb.
Chameleons, unlike some other species of lizard, cannot drop their tail voluntarily in order to provide a distraction for predators. Chameleon tails are prehensile, and used to grip tree branches, just like a fifth limb. They serve a quite different function from the tails of other lizards.
To attract female lizards for mating purposes.
The humerus is the largest and longest bone of the upper limb. It extends from the shoulder to the elbow and plays a key role in the function of the arm.