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Convergent and Divergent Evolution

Biology ⇒ Evolution and Diversity

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Describe a scenario in which divergent evolution might occur.
Describe how convergent evolution can complicate the classification of organisms.
Describe how divergent evolution can lead to the formation of new species.
Describe the main difference between convergent and divergent evolution.
Explain how environmental pressures can lead to convergent evolution.
Explain the difference between homologous and analogous structures.
Explain why homologous structures are important evidence for divergent evolution.
Explain why marsupial mammals in Australia and placental mammals elsewhere can show convergent evolution.
Explain why the wings of bats and the wings of insects are considered analogous structures.
What is convergent evolution?