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For questions 11–15, match the evolutionary evidence in the key to the description. Choose more than one answer if correct. Key: a. biogeographical evidence b. fossil evidence c. biochemical evidence d. anatomical evidence e. developmental evidence A group of related species has homologous structures.

Name: Problem 12, Chapter 15: Biology
Uploaded: 2019-08-05T21:12:39-08:00
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Description: For questions 11–15, match the evolutionary evidence in the key to the description. Choose more than one answer if correct. Key: a. biogeographical evidence b. fossil evidence c. biochemical evidence d. anatomical evidence e. developmental evidence A group of related species has homologous structures.

   For questions 11–15, match the evolutionary evidence in the key to the description. Choose more than one answer if correct.
Key:
a. biogeographical evidence
b. fossil evidence
c. biochemical evidence
d. anatomical evidence
e. developmental evidence
A group of related species has homologous structures.

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Sylvia S. Mader,… 12th Edition

Chapter 15, Problem 12

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Homologous structures are those that have a similar structure but may have different functions in different species, suggesting that they have evolved from a common ancestor. Show more…

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For questions 11–15, match the evolutionary evidence in the key to the description. Choose more than one answer if correct. Key: a. biogeographical evidence b. fossil evidence c. biochemical evidence d. anatomical evidence e. developmental evidence A group of related species has homologous structures.

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Anatomical Evidence

Anatomical evidence involves the study and comparison of body structures across different species. By examining similarities and differences in the anatomy of organisms, scientists can infer evolutionary relationships and common ancestry. Homologous structures, which have similar anatomical features despite potentially serving different functions, are a key aspect of this evidence and support the concept of descent from a common ancestor.

Homology

Homology refers to the presence of similar structures in different species that are derived from a common ancestral source. These similarities—despite differences in function—indicate that the organisms share a common origin and are a fundamental piece of evidence in the study of evolutionary biology. The concept helps researchers understand how diverse species have diversified from a shared lineage over time.

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