Question

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

Answer 1

1. Convergent evolution one or more different species evolve similarities in their characteristics and functions because of adaptations in an environment. but divergent evolution an ancestral species diverges into multiple different species, ultimately giving rise to new species.

2. Convergent evolve from the different species but develops similar characteristics, like wings of birds and insects. but divergent evolution evolve from same species and gradually give rise to new species like Darwin finches which have evolved in around 80 new species.

3. Convergent evolution is due to change in environmental conditions, or due to the place where they are living. divergent evolution Due to migration or may be due to environmental changes.

Example of convergent evolution 1.Wings of insects, birds, bats.
2.Streamlined body of dolphins and shark.
Example of divergent evolution Darwin finches (kind of birds)

Answer 2

Convergent evolution is the process where two or different species develop similar traits, in spite having the different ancestor. An example is wings of birds, bats, insects.WhereasDivergent evolution gives rise to new species which may be similar in function but morphologically different from their ancestors

Divergent evolution occurs when two separate species evolve differently from a common ancestor. ... Convergent evolution occurs when species have different ancestral origins but have developed similar features. A good example of convergent evolution is the similarities between the hummingbird and the hummingbird moth