Engineers often use designs that mimic shapes found in nature, such as flippers, wings, and beaks. Construct an argument that supports the use of structure-function relationships found in nature in engineering and design. Use the examples as evidence.

1 Climbing pads capable of supporting human weight are a mimic of the biomechanics of gecko feet.

2 The aerodynamics of the famous Japanese Bullet train was inspired by the shape of a bird’s beak.

3 The first flying machine heavier than the air from the Wright brothers, in 1903, was inspired by flying pigeons.

4 Architecture is inspired by termite mounds to design passive cooling structures.

5 Velcro is born from the observation of the hooks implemented by some plants for the propagation of their seeds via animal’s coat.

6 The study of shark skin is at the origin of particularly effective swimming suits, as well as a varnish for planes fuselage

Am I correct ?

the correct answer is: b. pantala flavescens, because these organisms would have a high level of genetic variation due to sexual reproduction.  

because involves two organisms (parents) whose genetic material combines, sexual reproduction leads to genetic variation in new generations of offspring. the offspring is an unique organism, with new genome, more protected with the higher ability to adapted. this process is fundamental to evolution.