Biology EOC Review 5-1-2024

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What are homologous structures?

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Structures in different species that are similar due to shared ancestry, but may serve different functions.

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What is an example of a vestigial structure?

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The tailbone of a human, which is a remnant of a tail from ancestral species.

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What do homologous structures suggest about organisms?

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They suggest that organisms share a common ancestry.

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What is the largest artery in the human body?

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Aorta.

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What organ system includes the heart and blood vessels?

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Cardiovascular System.

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Define adaptive radiation.

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The process by which organisms diversify rapidly into a wide variety of forms to adapt to different environments.

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What are analogous structures?

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Structures in different species that serve similar functions but do not share a common ancestry.

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What is the function of the cardiovascular system?

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To circulate blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues.

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What is a fossil?

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The preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms, providing evidence of past life.

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What is the role of vestigial structures in evolution?

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They provide evidence of evolutionary change and common ancestry.