Convergent vs. Divergent Evolution

Which of the following best describes convergent evolution?

• The process where unrelated species evolve similar traits

• The process where related species evolve different traits

• The process where species become extinct

• The process where species evolve into a new species

Which of the following is an example of divergent evolution?

• Wings of bats and birds

• Fins of sharks and dolphins

• Darwin's finches

• Eyes of octopus and humans

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What is a common result of convergent evolution?

• Homologous structures

• Analogous structures

• Vestigial structures

• Genetic drift

Which of the following pairs is an example of convergent evolution?

• Cacti and euphorbias

• Wolves and dogs

• Horses and zebras

• Lions and tigers

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What is the main driving force behind divergent evolution?

• Natural selection

• Genetic mutation

• Environmental changes

• Geographical isolation

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Which of the following is NOT a result of convergent evolution?

• Similar body shapes in dolphins and ichthyosaurs

• Wings in bats and birds

• Different beak shapes in Darwin's finches

• Streamlined bodies in sharks and dolphins

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How does convergent evolution affect biodiversity?

• Increases biodiversity by creating new species

• Decreases biodiversity by making species more similar

• Has no effect on biodiversity

• Increases biodiversity by creating new habitats

Which of the following is a characteristic of divergent evolution?

• Species become more similar over time

• Species become more different over time

• Species remain unchanged

• Species become extinct

Which of the following is an example of a homologous structure resulting from divergent evolution?

• Wings of insects and birds

• Forelimbs of humans and bats

• Fins of fish and flippers of whales

• Eyes of mammals and cephalopods

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What is the primary difference between convergent and divergent evolution?

• Convergent evolution leads to species becoming more similar, while divergent evolution leads to species becoming more different

• Convergent evolution leads to species becoming more different, while divergent evolution leads to species becoming more similar

• Convergent evolution occurs only in plants, while divergent evolution occurs only in animals

• Convergent evolution is faster than divergent evolution

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