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What is convergent evolution? Give an example.

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The evolutionary process in which anatomically different structures in different groups of organisms evolve towards the same function. E.g: (a) Eyes of Octopus and mammals (b) Wings of butterflies and birds. (c) Flippers of whales and penguins. (d) Tubers of sweet potato and potato. (Any one)
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