Convergent and Divergent Evolution
Biology ⇒ Evolution and Diversity
Convergent and Divergent Evolution starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how divergent evolution can lead to the formation of new species.
Describe how environmental pressures can lead to convergent evolution.
Describe one example of convergent evolution in plants.
Describe the difference between convergent and divergent evolution.
Describe the role of adaptive radiation in divergent evolution.
Explain how the forelimbs of whales and bats are an example of divergent evolution.
Explain the difference between homologous and analogous structures.
Explain why marsupial mammals in Australia and placental mammals elsewhere can look similar despite being unrelated.
Explain why the eyes of octopuses and humans are considered an example of convergent evolution.
Explain why the streamlined bodies of dolphins and sharks are considered an example of convergent evolution.
Give an example of divergent evolution in animals.
What is convergent evolution?
