Which of the following observations provide evidence of evolutionary relatedness among organisms? Select all that may apply. a) Similarities in molecular structures (DNA) b) Similarities in the way they behave c) Similarities in body structure d) Similarities in the foods that organisms eat e) Similarities in embryological development
Added by Mark M.
Step 1
If two organisms have similar DNA sequences, it suggests that they share a common ancestor. Show more…
Show all steps
Your feedback will help us improve your experience
Sri K and 55 other Biology educators are ready to help you.
Ask a new question
Labs
Want to see this concept in action?
Explore this concept interactively to see how it behaves as you change inputs.
Key Concepts
Recommended Videos
All of the following are evidence for evolution EXCEPT for: a. Similar developmental patterns (embryos) b. Homologous structures c. Similarities in DNA d. Different genes
Sri K.
Which of the following best describes evidence from biochemistry that a geneticist studying evolutionary relationships might use to determine that two species are not closely related? A) Each species has a different reproductive mechanism. B) One species has genetic material that contains different nucleotides. C) Similar gene sequences in each species code for different proteins
Madhur L.
Which of the following could provide the best data for determining the phylogeny of very closely related species? a. the fossil record b. their morphological differences and similarities c. a comparison of nucleotide sequences in homologous genes and mitochondrial DNA d. a comparison of their ribosomal DNA sequences
Recommended Textbooks
Biology for AP Courses
Objective Biology for NEET
Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry
Transcript
Watch the video solution with this free unlock.
EMAIL
PASSWORD