Types of Evolution

Question 1

Divergent evolution

Answer 1

happens when indivual in one species, or closely related species, get enough differences in their characteristics to become an entirely different species

Example: A wolf evolved into a fox and a dog

Question 2

Convergent evolution

Answer 2

is when two unrelated species devolop similar traits because of environmental pressure (constraints of living in the same habitat)

Example: An unconnected species turns into a bird and a butterfly

Question 3

Evolution is (fill in the blank).

Answer 3

The gradual change in an organism