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Evolution Evidence
Evolution
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Artificial Selection | When humans select individuals to reproduce in order to get desired characteristics; also known as selective breeding |
| Analogous Structure | Structures that look similar on the surface, but are different internally because they were NOT inherited from a common ancestor, but evolved independently |
| Homologous Structure | Structures that may appear different on the surface, but are internally very similar because they were inherited from a common ancestor |
| Vestigial Structure | Structures an organism has but does not use |
| Comparative Biochemistry | Scientists compare the DNA or proteins of different organisms to determine if they are closely related |
| Comparative Embryology | Scientists compare the developing embryos of different species to determine if they are closely related |
| Theory | An explanation supported by lots of evidence |