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ZOO 102 Practice Questions ZOO 102 5 Objective Question
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75. Convergent evolution refers to
Options
A Traits inherited directly from a single common ancestor
B Similar traits evolving independently in different lineages due to similar environmental pressures
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C The loss of all shared traits
D A synonym for monophyly
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Convergent evolution leads to independently evolved analogous structures in unrelated organisms sharing similar ecological niches.

Hint

Independent evolution of similar features in unrelated lineages.

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Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Practice Questions ZOO 102 5
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 594 of 737
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