Question

Match each term with its correct definition or example(5 points)Similar anatomical features in different species, suggesting a common ancestorThe process by which organisms with advantageous traits survive and reproduceA trait that increases an organism's chance of survival and reproductionA random change in an organism's DNA that may create new traitsThe preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms

Answer 1

- Homologous structures — Similar anatomical features in different species, suggesting a common ancestor
- Natural selection — The process by which organisms with advantageous traits survive and reproduce
- Adaptation — A trait that increases an organism's chance of survival and reproduction
- Mutation — A random change in an organism's DNA that may create new traits
- Fossil — The preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms