What are homologous structures?
Evolution and Ecology Review

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Structures in different species that share a common ancestry but have different functions. Example: The forelimbs of humans, whales, and bats.
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Define ecosystem.
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A collection of organisms that make up a community along with all the nonliving aspects of the environment.
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What is geographic isolation?
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The separation of a group of individuals from the rest of the population, often leading to speciation.
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What does extinction mean?
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The complete dying out of a species.
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Explain natural selection.
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The process by which individuals better suited to their environment survive and reproduce, passing their genes to the next generation.
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What are vestigial structures?
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Body parts that have lost their original function through evolution. Example: The human appendix.
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Define adaptation.
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A trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.
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