STANDARD Zoology Convergent and Divergent Evolution MCQ Question
Which one of the following options gives one correct example each of convergent evolution and divergent evolution
Convergent evolution-Eyes of octopus and mammals Divergent evolution-Bones of forelimbs of vertebrates
Convergent evolution- Thorns of Bougainvillia and tendrils of Cucurbita Divergent evolution- Wings of butterflies and birds
Convergent evolution- Bones of forelimbs of vertebrates Divergent evolution- Wings of butterfly and birds
Convergent evolution- Thorns of Bougainvillia and tendrils of Cucurbita Divergent evolution- Eyes of Octopus and mammals
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Detailed Explanation
Convergent evolution: Eyes of octopus and mammals do not share common ancestry but have similar function i.e., vision. Divergent evolution: Bones of forelimbs of vertebrates have similar structure made up of bones but adapt to different functions.
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