Evidence of Evolution
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Science
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9th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the similarity in bone arrangements among different organisms suggest?
Back
These organisms share a common ancestor.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a vestigial structure in humans?
Back
The tailbone of a human.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can the hind leg bones of whales be described?
Back
The bones are vestigial structures that had a function in an ancestor.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are structures called that have similar anatomy but different functions due to a common ancestor?
Back
Homologous structures.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the study of embryos of various organisms used to demonstrate?
Back
It shows a common ancestor because of similarities in development.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of homologous structures in evolutionary biology?
Back
They provide evidence of a common ancestor despite different functions.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a vestigial structure?
Back
A structure that has lost most or all of its original function through the course of evolution.
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