1st ev

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What is the relationship between L and M in evolutionary terms?

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L is most closely related to M.

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What is the term for organisms that appear similar due to adaptations to similar environments, despite not being closely related?

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Convergent evolution.

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What does the similarity of structures among different organisms suggest about their evolutionary history?

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They evolved from a common ancestor.

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Why is evolution classified as a theory?

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It is a set of hypotheses supported by scientific findings.

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What can be inferred from the similarities in embryos of different species?

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All of the species have descended from a common ancestor.

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What is the definition of a common ancestor in evolutionary biology?

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A common ancestor is an ancestral species from which two or more species have evolved.

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What is the significance of homologous structures in understanding evolution?

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Homologous structures indicate a shared ancestry among different species.

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What is the difference between convergent and divergent evolution?

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Convergent evolution occurs when unrelated species develop similar traits, while divergent evolution occurs when related species evolve different traits.

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What role does natural selection play in evolution?

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Natural selection is the process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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What is the concept of adaptive radiation?

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Adaptive radiation is the process by which organisms diversify rapidly into a wide variety of forms to adapt to different environments.