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Structures that are inherited from a common ancestor are homologous.
True
False
Humans, birds, whales, and lizards all have similar arm bones. What is the reason for this?
The function of these bones is the same in all animals
They live in similar environments
They have a common ancestor
All organisms resemble humans
Shark fins and dolphin fins are examples of analogous structures.
True
False
Analogous structures show common ancestry.
True
False
Which of the following pieces of evolution evidence deals with structures common in embryos that form differently or for different purposes in adult form?
fossil record
comparing embryology
comparing biochemistry
comparing anatomy
Which of the following pieces of evolution evidence contain both homologous and vestigial structures?
fossil record
comparing embryology
comparing biochemistry
comparing anatomy
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