Convergent vs. Divergent Evolution

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Science
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9th Grade
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Hard
Standards-aligned
Lisa Thompson
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25 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes convergent evolution?
The process where unrelated species evolve similar traits
The process where related species evolve different traits
The process where species become extinct
The process where species evolve into a new species
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of divergent evolution?
Wings of bats and birds
Fins of sharks and dolphins
Darwin's finches
Eyes of octopus and humans
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is a common result of convergent evolution?
Homologous structures
Analogous structures
Vestigial structures
Genetic drift
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following pairs is an example of convergent evolution?
Cacti and euphorbias
Wolves and dogs
Horses and zebras
Lions and tigers
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the main driving force behind divergent evolution?
Natural selection
Genetic mutation
Environmental changes
Geographical isolation
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a result of convergent evolution?
Similar body shapes in dolphins and ichthyosaurs
Wings in bats and birds
Different beak shapes in Darwin's finches
Streamlined bodies in sharks and dolphins
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS4-2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How does convergent evolution affect biodiversity?
Increases biodiversity by creating new species
Decreases biodiversity by making species more similar
Has no effect on biodiversity
Increases biodiversity by creating new habitats
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