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lunatika

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Explain the concept of convergent evolution using an example.

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What chemical is responsible for depleting the Earth's ozone at a rapid rate?
 A) DDT
  B) PCBs
  C) CFCs
  D) Carbon dioxide


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Reply #1 on: Aug 22, 2018
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In similar conditions, multiple evolutionary heritages may develop similar beneficial adaptations. These accumulated adaptations result in organisms that appear superficially similar, despite having descended from different ancestors. For example, sharks (fish), icthyosaurs (reptiles), penguins (birds), and dolphins (mammals) have evolved similar shapes that help them swim quickly and efficiently.

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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