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Evolution — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYEvolution2 Marks
Question
Give an example for convergent evolution and identify the features towards which they are converging.
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Answer

Similar evolution in species of different lineage is called convergent evolution. Convergent evolution happens in an isolated geographical area. Flippers of dolphin and penguin are examples of convergent evolution. In both animals; flippers have different origins but serve similar purpose.

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