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What is the main goal of using comparative embryology to test for homologous structures?
What is the main goal of using comparative embryology to test for homologous structures?
- To analyze if two structures come from the same embryonic precursor. (correct)
- To compare the functions of different structures in various organisms.
- To determine if structures have a similar function but not the same origin.
- To assess the evolutionary relationship between two animals.
What term describes structures that have similar functions but do not necessarily share the same origin?
What term describes structures that have similar functions but do not necessarily share the same origin?
- Analogy (correct)
- Serial Homology
- Homoplasy
- Homology
In the context of comparative embryology, what would suggest that two structures are homologous?
In the context of comparative embryology, what would suggest that two structures are homologous?
- Similarity in location only
- Having no resemblance to each other
- Similarity in function only
- Coming from the same embryonic precursor (correct)
What is the opposite of homology according to the text?
What is the opposite of homology according to the text?
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What term applies to segmental structures that as a unit are homologous?
What term applies to segmental structures that as a unit are homologous?
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Which example demonstrates serial homology?
Which example demonstrates serial homology?
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What distinguishes homology from homoplasy?
What distinguishes homology from homoplasy?
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