Analogous structures are a result of...

Analogous structures are a result of

A

convergent evolution

B

shared ancestry

C

stabilising selection

D

divergent evolution

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Which of the following statement/s is/are wrong? I. Homology is based on divergent evolution whereas analogy refers to a situation exactly opposite. II. The thorn and tendrills of Bougainvillea and Cucurbita represent homology III. Analogous structures are a result of divergent evolution. IV. Darwin's finches represent one of the best examples of adaptive radiation.

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III only

B

II and IV only

C

III and V only

D

I, II and III only

Analogous structure are

A

structurally

B

functionally

C

normally non-functional

D

Both (a) and (b)

Analogous structures are the result of

A

Adaptive radiation

B

Parallel evolution

C

Convergent evolution

D

Both (2) and (3)

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