Why do vestigial structures provide evidence of evolutionary history?

They indicate organisms have evolved from ancestors with different needs and lifestyles

They show organisms have not evolved

They prove that all organisms have the same structure

What does the similarity in the bone structure of the forelimbs of humans, bats, whales, and cats suggest?

These species share a common evolutionary ancestry

These species are the strongest

These species developed their limbs independently

Why are analogous structures important in the study of evolution?

They indicate that all species have the same needs

They show that some structures are essential for survival

They prove that evolution does not occur

How do homologous structures differ from analogous structures?

Homologous structures have different functions but similar origins, while analogous structures have similar functions but different origins

Homologous structures are more common in animals than plants, while analogous structures are more common in plants

There is no difference between homologous and analogous structures

Homologous structures indicate recent evolution, while analogous structures do not

What role do vestigial structures play in understanding evolution?

They provide evidence of an organism's evolutionary history

They show how new organs develop

They indicate how species have adapted to their environments

They demonstrate the importance of mutation

Which of the following best describes the evidence provided by homologous, analogous, and vestigial structures in the study of evolution?

They provide evidence for the relationships between ancient species and current ones

They prove that evolution does not occur

They suggest that all organisms have evolved in isolation

They indicate that environmental challenges have no impact on evolution

What evidence do fossil records provide in the study of evolution?

They provide evidence of the physical changes in organisms over time

They indicate that organisms have not evolved over time

They show that all species originated from a single common ancestor

They suggest that environmental changes have no impact on evolution

Why is DNA evidence important in determining evolutionary relationships?

It provides a direct comparison of the genetic material of different species

It shows that all organisms have identical DNA

It indicates that DNA mutations do not affect evolution

It proves that physical appearance is the most important factor in evolution

Comparative Anatomy

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of examining anatomical features in the study of evolution?

To find the strongest organism

To uncover relationships between ancient and current species

To create new species

To study animal behavior

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are homologous structures?

Body parts with similar functions but different origins

Structures that are unique to each species

Remnants of organs that were functional in ancestors

body parts with similar structure but different functions

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do homologous structures indicate?

A common evolutionary ancestry

Organisms independently evolved similar solutions

Organisms have not evolved

A recent mutation in the species

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are analogous structures?

Remnants of organs that are no longer useful

Organs that are essential for survival

Organs with similar functions and origins

Body parts that serve similar functions but have different origins and structures

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do analogous structures suggest?

That all organisms have the same needs

Organisms independently evolved similar solutions to adapt to environmental challenges

That organisms have not evolved

A common evolutionary ancestry

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are vestigial structures?

Organs essential for survival

Body parts with similar functions and origins

Remnants of organs or structures that were functional in ancestral species but are no longer useful

Newly developed organs

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an example of a homologous structure?

The fins of fish

The forelimbs of humans, bats, whales, and cats

The human appendix

The wings of birds and insects

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Comparative Anatomy

17 questions

What is the purpose of examining anatomical features in the study of evolution?

What are homologous structures?

What do homologous structures indicate?

What are analogous structures?

What do analogous structures suggest?

What are vestigial structures?

What is an example of a homologous structure?

What is an example of an analogous structure?

What is an example of a vestigial structure?

Why do vestigial structures provide evidence of evolutionary history?

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