types of evolution Flashcards

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Convergent Evolution

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:Different species develop similar traits independently.

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example of convergent evolution

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Wings of bats and insects.

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Divergent Evolution

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Related species evolve different traits.

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Example of divergent evolution

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Darwin’s finches

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Parallel Evolution

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Related species evolve in similar ways.

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example of parallel evolution

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Similar traits in placental mammals and marsupials.

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