Science Quiz on Evolution

Which of the following is an example of indirect evidence of evolution?

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What is the term for structures that have lost their original function over time?

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What process involves humans selectively breeding plants and animals for desired traits?

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What term describes structures that have similar functions but different evolutionary origins?

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How do bacteria contribute to human health?

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How do bacteria contribute to the environment?

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What is the shape of bacteria called when they are spherical?

• Bacilli

• Spirilla

• Cocci

How do bacteria reproduce?

• Mitosis

• Meiosis

• Binary fission

What type of evidence of evolution involves the study of similarities and differences in embryonic development among different species?

• Anatomic evidence

• Embryonic evidence

• Paleontological evidence

What is the term for the process by which species change over time?

• Adaptation

• Evolution

• Mutation