Topic: Evidences of evolution· Genetics and Evolution

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

1. Homology

2. Convergent evolution

3. Analogy

4. Adaptive radiation

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Answer: 1. Homology

Key idea: Similar bone structure in the forelimbs of different vertebrates shows a common ancestral origin, which is homology.

Analogy and convergent evolution refer to similar function with different origin (for example wings of a bird and an insect). Adaptive radiation is the spread of one ancestor into many forms, but the question asks for the structural similarity itself.

Answer: option 1.

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