The Term Convergent Evolution Is Most Applicable to Which of the Following

question 73

Multiple Choice

The term convergent evolution is most applicable to which of the following features?

• A) The legless condition found in various lineages of extant lizards.
• B) The five-digit condition of human hands and bat wings.
• C) The fur that covers Australian moles and North American moles.
• D) The bones of bat forelimbs and the bones of bird forelimbs.

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