Match List - I with List - II . List - I List - II (a) Adaptive radiation (i) Selection of resistant varieties due to excessive use of herbicides and pesticides (b) Convergent evolution (ii) Bones of forelimbs in Man and Whale (c) Divergent evolution (iii) Wings of Butterfly and Bird (d) Evolution by anthropogenic action (iv) Darwin Finches

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The given diagram shows an undisturbed sedimentary strata at the bottom of the ocean. The fossils found in layer 'B' resemble the fossils found in layer 'A'. This similarity suggests that

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Important Questions on Evolution

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Analogous structures are a result of:

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Convergent evolution is illustrated by ___.

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In Bougainvillea and Cucurbita, the axillary bud is modified into thorn and tendril respectively. This is an example of

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Which of the following does not show divergent evolution?

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The ________ theory attempts to explain to us the origin of the universe.

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Match List $- I$ with List $- II$ .

List $- I$		List $- II$
(a)	Adaptive radiation	(i)	Selection of resistant varieties due to excessive use of herbicides and pesticides
(b)	Convergent evolution	(ii)	Bones of forelimbs in Man and Whale
(c)	Divergent evolution	(iii)	Wings of Butterfly and Bird
(d)	Evolution by anthropogenic action	(iv)	Darwin Finches

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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 the example of connecting link between reptiles and birds.

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Organic compounds first evolved in earth required for origin of life were :

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Which of the following refer to correct example(s) of organisms which have evolved due to changes in environment brought about by anthropogenic action?

(a) Darwin’s Finches of Galapagos islands.
(b) Herbicide resistant weeds.
(c) Drug resistant eukaryotes.
(d) Man-created breeds of domesticated animals like dogs.

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The similarity of bone structure in the forelimbs of many vertebrates is an example of:

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The wings of a bird and the wings of an insect are:

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How the ages of fossils are calculated?

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Which of the following is an example of convergent evolution?