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Differentiate between divergent and convergent evolution. Give one example of each.

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Divergent evolution :
1. Here anatomically similar structures perform different functions.
2. Example : Forelimbs of cheetah and humans.
3. Such structure called Homologous.
Convergent evolution
1. Here anatomically different structures perform similar functions
2. Example: Flippers of penguins and dolphins
3. Such structures are called analogous.
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