Multiple choice

Homologous structures are to adaptive radiation as analogous structure are to...

  1. divergent evolution

  2. convergent evolution

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Homologous structures arise from a common ancestor through divergent evolution (adaptive radiation). Conversely, analogous structures arise in unrelated species through convergent evolution, where different species evolve similar traits to solve similar environmental problems.