Evidence of Evolution
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is homology in the context of evolution?
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Homology refers to the similarity in structure or function between different species that arises from a common ancestor.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is analogy in evolutionary biology?
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Analogy refers to similarities in function or appearance between species that do not share a common ancestor, often due to convergent evolution.
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NGSS.HS-LS4-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What evidence do similar bone structures provide in evolutionary biology?
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Similar bone structures suggest that the organisms may have developed from a common ancestor.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does a very similar DNA sequence indicate about two organisms?
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It indicates that the two organisms are closely related and likely share a recent common ancestor.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which species is most closely related to toothed whales based on DNA similarity?
Back
Baleen whales are most closely related to toothed whales.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the fossil record show about the age of different layers?
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The fossil record shows that deeper layers are generally older than those above them.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
NGSS.MS-LS4-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of vestigial structures in evolution?
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Vestigial structures are remnants of organs or structures that had a function in early ancestors but are no longer useful, indicating evolutionary change.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-2
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