evidences of evolution Flashcards
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Biogeography
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study of species distribution around the world.
2
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Homologous Structures:
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Different functions but similar structure due to shared ancestry.
3
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Analogous Structures:
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Similar function but different structure and evolutionary origin.
4
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Fossil Record:
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Fossils showing gradual changes in species over time.
5
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Biogeography Example
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Unique species on islands like the Galapagos.
6
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Homologous Structure Example:
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Human arm and whale flipper.
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Analogous Structures Example:
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Wings of birds and insects.
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Fossil Record Example:
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Fossils of transitional species like Tiktaalik.
