Homologous organs show:
Correct answer: D. Divergent evolution
- A. Convergent evolution
- B. Differentiating features
- C. Common descendants
- D. Divergent evolution
Explanation
Homologous organs are those organs of different animals which have similar structures but different functions. Homologous organs are created from divergent evolution.This occurs because populations become isolated and face different selective pressures, leading to diversification.The human arm, whale's fin, and bat's wing are all homologous organs.
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Evolution describes heritable change in populations over generations through variation, natural selection and adaptation. Lamarckism explains inheritance of acquired characteristics, while Darwinism explains selection of favourable inherited variations; these historical explanations must not be confused with the modern genetic account of evolutionary change.
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