Topic: Evidences of evolution· Genetics and Evolution

Among the following sets of examples for divergent evolution, select the incorrect option :

1. Forelimbs of man, bat and cheetah

2. Brain of bat, man and cheetah

3. Heart of bat, man and cheetah

4. Eye of octopus, bat and man

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Answer: 4. Eye of octopus, bat and man

Key idea: Divergent evolution means homologous organs (same origin) adapted to different functions. Organs with similar function but different origin are analogous and show convergent evolution.

Forelimbs, brain and heart of bat, man and cheetah share the same basic origin: homologous.
The eye of octopus (cephalopod) and the eye of vertebrates (bat, man) evolved independently. They are analogous, so they are not an example of divergent evolution.

Answer: option 4.

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