NEET Previous Year Question
Which one of the following options gives one correct example each of convergent evolution and divergent evolution?
Convergent evolution
Divergent evolution
Topic: NEET PYQ
Answer: C. Full step-by-step solution below.
- ABones of forelimbs of vertebrates
Wings of butterfly and birds - BThorns of Bougainvillia and tendrils of Cucurbita
Eyes of Octopus and Mammals - CEyes of octopus and mammals
Bones of forelimbs of vertebrates - DThorns of Bougainvillia and tendrils of Cucurbita
Wings of butterflies and birds
Correct answer: C
Solution
(c) Convergent evolution: Eyes of octopus and mammals are analogous organs that evolved independently to perform the same function.Divergent evolution: Bones of forelimbs of vertebrates are homologous organs that evolved from a common ancestor but perform different functions.
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