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Which of the following is the best definition of homology?
Which of the following is the best definition of homology?
- The property of having similar DNA sequences
- The property of having similar behaviors
- The property of being descended from a common ancestor (correct)
- The property of having similar structures
What is one example of homology mentioned in the text?
What is one example of homology mentioned in the text?
- The flippers of whales
- The fore limbs of all mammals (correct)
- The wings of bats
- The arms of primates
What is an important piece of evidence for a structure being homologous?
What is an important piece of evidence for a structure being homologous?
- Age of the structure
- Color of the structure
- Relative position within an organism (correct)
- Size of the structure
What is another type of evidence for homology mentioned in the text?
What is another type of evidence for homology mentioned in the text?
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Where can you find useful resources for understanding evolution, including material on homology?
Where can you find useful resources for understanding evolution, including material on homology?
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