Common Ancestry Isn't the Only Reason for Similarities Between Species

question 50

Multiple Choice

Common ancestry isn't the only reason for similarities between species.Similar traits can also arise if species experience similar selective forces and adapt to them in similar ways.This process is known as

• A) gene flow.
• B) genetic evolution.
• C) molecular convergence.
• D) homology.
• E) convergent evolution.

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Definitions:

Ekman's Research

Pertains to the study of facial expressions, identifying universal emotions across cultures by psychologist Paul Ekman.

Investigators

Individuals who carry out a formal inquiry or systematic study, often used in the context of police, scientific, or academic research.

Display Rules

Socially learned norms that dictate the appropriate emotional expressions in various situations.

Culture

Refers to the shared values, customs, and behaviors of a group of people, influencing their perceptions and actions.