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Which term is often used to describe hypothetical transitional forms in the fossil record?
Which term is often used to describe hypothetical transitional forms in the fossil record?
- Missing link (correct)
- Direct ancestor
- Fossil intermediate
- Common descendant
What does it mean when it is said that evolution is a branching process?
What does it mean when it is said that evolution is a branching process?
- Evolution leads to the divergence of species into multiple lineages. (correct)
- Evolution results in the direct descent of one species from another.
- Evolution follows a linear path from one species to another.
- Evolution occurs simultaneously in multiple species.
Why is the concept of a single 'missing link' considered somewhat outdated?
Why is the concept of a single 'missing link' considered somewhat outdated?
- Because the fossil record shows many transitional forms along various lineages. (correct)
- Because evolution occurs rapidly without transitional intermediates.
- Because humans evolved directly from modern monkeys.
- Because there is no evidence of transitional forms in the fossil record.
What do fossils provide evidence for in terms of evolutionary history?
What do fossils provide evidence for in terms of evolutionary history?
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In evolutionary biology, what does it mean when humans and modern monkeys share a common ancestor?
In evolutionary biology, what does it mean when humans and modern monkeys share a common ancestor?
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What is the main purpose of transitional forms in the fossil record?
What is the main purpose of transitional forms in the fossil record?
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