BIO322-18-Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Module 2 Quiz
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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?

  • Analogy (correct)
  • Serial Homology
  • Homoplasy
  • Homology

    • 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?

    <p>Homoplasy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term applies to segmental structures that as a unit are homologous?

    <p>Serial Homology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example demonstrates serial homology?

    <p>Spinal nerves of fishes and mammals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes homology from homoplasy?

    <p>Origin of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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