Species Concept and Reproductive Isolation in Mosquitos Quiz
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Which process describes the phenomenon where one interbreeding species splits into separate evolutionary lineages?

  • Speciation
  • Convergence
  • Homology
  • Divergence (correct)

    • What term refers to species that are direct ancestors of two or more species?

  • Ancestral Species
  • Common Ancestors (correct)
  • Speciation Event
  • Extant Species

    • In the evolutionary history diagram, what do the arrows represent?

  • Common Ancestors
  • Homology
  • Convergence
  • Divergence (correct)

    • Which species concept focuses on the evolutionary relationships among organisms?

    <p>Phylogenetic species concept</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the process of new species arising from ancestral species?

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

    What is the primary difference between microevolution and macroevolution?

    <p>Microevolution involves small-scale changes while macroevolution involves large-scale changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common ancestor of T.Rex and Chickens?

    <p>Daspletosarus torosus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes a type of species that is difficult to distinguish from closely related species based on physical characteristics?

    <p>Cryptic species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the genetic data suggest about the evolution of C.molestus?

    <p>Evolved in Egypt and dispersed from there</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does reproductive isolation refer to in the context of species concepts?

    <p>The inability of different species to mate with each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In divergent evolution, what is a 'derived trait'?

    <p>A newly evolved characteristic unique to a particular group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does convergent evolution impact traits?

    <p>It causes distinct lineages to evolve similar traits independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between ancestral traits and derived traits in the context of divergent evolution?

    <p>Ancestral traits are found in common ancestors, while derived traits are found in descendants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Tyrannoraptoran and Tyrannosaurus rex, which statement is true about their forelimbs?

    <p>Tyrannoraptoran had long, three-fingered forelimbs, while Tyrannosaurus rex had short, two-fingered forelimbs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the significance of changing traits in organisms?

    <p>Evolutionary processes favor traits that provide advantages for survival and reproduction in a given environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does it seem unlikely that intermediate wings would evolve?

    <p>It is difficult to see how wings could evolve gradually rather than appearing suddenly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does convergent evolution result in similar traits among different species?

    <p>By independently evolving similar traits to suit similar environmental challenges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the evolution of eight types of eyes in animals?

    <p>It illustrates how natural selection can lead to the development of various eye structures based on environmental needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of isolation occurs when individuals from two different populations cannot produce viable, fertile offspring?

    <p>Biological isolation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of isolation do two or more populations evolve to live and survive in separate habitats?

    <p>Ecological isolation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of speciation occurs when physical separation leads to the emergence of new species in different locations?

    <p>Allopatric speciation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept involves new mutations that limit reproduction between members of the same species?

    <p>Biological barriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does gene flow indicate about the reproductive isolation between two populations?

    <p>They are not reproductively isolated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of speciation occurs when two new species arise in the same location?

    <p>Sympatric speciation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main distinction of intermediate wings from other limb structures?

    <p>Intermediate wings have structures unrelated to other limb structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of bird species using partially formed wings to assist in climbing, what is the likely origin of this trait?

    <p>The trait is a derived trait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did feathers originally evolve according to the text?

    <p>For purposes of insulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the information about feathers being later coopted by evolution for flight exemplify?

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

    Why are intermediate wings considered too complicated to evolve in multiple steps?

    <p>They have structures unrelated to other limbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of intermediate wings makes them analogous to modern wings?

    <p>Their unrelated structures compared to other limbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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