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Does taxonomy show evolutionary relationships?

Important Questions on Evolution

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The ________ theory attempts to explain to us the origin of the universe.
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Analogous structures are a result of:
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The wings of a bird and the wings of an insect are:
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Flippers of Penguins and Dolphins are examples of
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Organic compounds first evolved in earth required for origin of life were :
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Which of the following structures is homologous to the wing of a bird?
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Statement I: Organs which have similar structure and origin but perform different functions are called analogous organs.
Statement II : The sudden appearance of some vestigial organs in a better developed condition is called atavism

The correct option among the following is

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Give one example of homologous organs and one example of analogous organs found in plants.
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Write two differences between homologous organs and analogous organs.
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Embryological support for evolution was proposed by:
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Seymouria represents the evolutionary biological link between the following organisms
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The phenomenon of evolution of different species in a given geographical area starting from a point and spreading to other habitats is called:
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Which one of the following are analogous structures?
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Convergent evolution is illustrated by ___.
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Assertion (A): Homologous characters are originated from a different ancestor

Reason (R): Wings of sparrow and finches are homologous

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In Africa, two distinct types of Rhinoceros are found. One is grazing which lives in open land and second is a browsing type which lives in wooded areas. It is which type of adaptive radiation?
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The tadpole larva of amphibians resembles fishes. How does this observation support evolution?

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A researcher found petrified dinosaur faeces. Which one of the following is unlikely to be found in this fossil?
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Embryological support for evolution was disapproved by