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BIO 101 Classification and Evolution of living things Objective Question

Question

When two or more closely-related species become more and more dissimilar from a common ancestor, it is called:
Options
A Parallel evolution
B Coevolution
C Convergent evolution
D Divergent evolution
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Divergent evolution occurs when two or more closely-related species evolve to become more and more dissimilar, diverging from a common ancestor, like polar bears and brown bears.

Hint

Imagine a 'V' shape, where two paths start from one point and move apart.

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