Evidences of Evolution

Evidences of Evolution

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Science, Biology

8th - 9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are analogous structures?

Back

Structures in different species that have similar functions but different evolutionary origins, indicating convergent evolution.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are homologous structures?

Back

Body parts that are similar in structure and position but not function, indicating a common ancestor.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of amino acid sequencing in evolution?

Back

The fewer the differences in amino acid sequences between two organisms, the closer related they are, indicating a more recent common ancestor.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

From which type of organisms do scientists agree that birds are descended?

Back

Reptiles.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are vestigial structures?

Back

Body parts that have lost their original function through evolution, such as the human appendix.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the theory of evolution?

Back

The scientific explanation for the diversity of life, stating that species change over time through processes like natural selection.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is natural selection?

Back

The process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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