Slide 2 Flashcards
1
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Homologous characters
A
Shared traits among different species that evolved in an ancestor and then were inherited by descendent species
2
Q
What are hox genes
A
Genes that is associated with both limbs and fins
3
Q
Define convergent evolution
A
When two unrelated species develop similar traits independently. This usually occurs when the two species live in similar environments
4
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What does Prediction of Historical Common Ancestry state
A
If evolution occurred, then the descent species will live in similar geographical areas as their extinct ancestors
5
Q
Define vestigial organs
A
Organs that are no longer used, so that they are reduced or eliminated
Eg. tailbone in humans
6
Q
What sort of evolution results in analogous traits?
A
Convergent evolution
