Process by which unrelated species evolve to functionally resemble each other is called:
Correct answer: A. Convergent evolution
- A. Convergent evolution
- B. Divergent evolution
- C. Coevolution
- D. Parallel evolution
Explanation
The pattern of evolution in which different species have evolved from different ancestors in a common habitat is known as convergent evolution. Such organisms have similar functions but differ in structures.
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