Convergent and Divergent Evolution (HSC SSCE Biology): Flashcards
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Divergent evolution
Divergent evolution
Closely related species become different over time
Convergent evolution
Convergent evolution
Distantly related species become similar over time
Classic example of divergent evolution
Classic example of divergent evolution
Darwin's finches on Galápagos Islands
Example of convergent evolution
Example of convergent evolution
Marsupials and placental mammals
Adaptive radiation
Adaptive radiation
Multiple species evolve from one ancestor in new environments
Force driving convergent & divergent evolution
Force driving convergent & divergent evolution
Natural selection
Result of similar environmental pressures
Result of similar environmental pressures
Similar traits develop (convergent evolution)
Result of different environmental pressures
Result of different environmental pressures
Different traits develop (divergent evolution)
Specific role or position in the ecosystem
Specific role or position in the ecosystem
Niche
Gene mutated in venom convergent evolution
Gene mutated in venom convergent evolution
-defensin gene