NEETBiologyEvolutionMCQ+4 / −1
Convergent evolution is illustrated by : -
- ABacterium and protozoan
- BRat and dog
- CDogfish and whale
- DStarfish and cuttle fish
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Correct answer: C
Convergent evolution is the formation of similar traits by unrelated groups of organisms. Dogfish and whale are the interesting examples of convergent evolution in animals as both of them have more or less similar body organization.
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