Question

Select two pairs from the following which exhibit divergent evolution. Give reasons for your answer.
(i) Forelimbs of cheetah and mammals
(ii) Flippers of dolphins and penguins
(iii) Wings of butterflies and birds
(iv) Forelimbs of whales and mammals

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

• two pairs which exhibit divergent evolution were (I) and (4)

Explanation:

• Forelimbs of cheetah, whale, mammals indicate homology as they have similar anatomical structure but different functions (humerus, radius, ulna) , homology indicates common ancestry.