Question

EVIDENCE OF EVOLUTION MATCHING

DIRECTIONS: Look up or Create your OWN examples for 4 of the categories of evidence. Be sure to include which category you are giving an example for, what the example is, and explain your
choice.

Answer 1

Answer and Explanations:

• Fossil record: The fossil record provides physical evidence of past life on Earth. For example, the discovery of transitional fossils like Archaeopteryx provides evidence for the evolution of birds from dinosaurs.
  
• Comparative anatomy: Comparing the anatomical structures of different species can reveal evolutionary relationships. For example, the pentadactyl limb (having five digits) is present in mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians, suggesting a common ancestor.
  
• Molecular biology: Comparing DNA and protein sequences can reveal evolutionary relationships. For example, comparing the cytochrome c protein sequences in different species reveals a pattern of similarities that reflects evolutionary relationships.
  
• Biogeography: The distribution of species across the globe can provide evidence for evolution. For example, the presence of similar marsupial species in Australia and South America suggests a common ancestor before the continents separated.