NEET2020ZoologyEvolutionActual
Flippers of Penguins and Dolphins are examples of
Options
- AConvergent evolution
- BIndustrial melanism
- CNatural selection
- DAdaptive radiation
Correct answer
A. Convergent evolution
Step-by-step solution
The anatomically different structures evolved towards the same function due to adaptations to similar needs or similar habitats . This is called the convergent evolution because anatomically dissimilar and origin-wise different structures converge towards the common function. Hence, analogous structures are the result of convergent evolution. Flippers of Penguins and Dolphins: Penguin (a bird) and Dolphin (a mammal), both have flippers that serve the common function of swimming although have different internal stru