Comparative Anatomy
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What is Comparative Anatomy?
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Comparative Anatomy is the study of the similarities and differences in the anatomy of different species. It helps scientists understand evolutionary relationships.
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What are fossils?
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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of organisms that lived in the past. They provide evidence of past life and can show how species have changed over time.
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How many bones do adult humans have?
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Adult humans typically have 206 bones.
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What is the significance of the blowhole in whales?
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The blowhole is a specialized structure that has evolved in whales, allowing them to breathe air while swimming.
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What are analogous structures?
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Analogous structures are body parts in different species that have similar functions but do not share a common evolutionary origin.
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What do all embryos have early in development?
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All embryos have tails early in their development, which may not be present in the adult form.
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What is the role of a developmental biologist?
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A developmental biologist studies the process by which organisms grow and develop, including the changes in anatomy during different life stages.
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