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Evidence for Evolution

Question 3 • PARTA - EOP: PGCPS BIOGEOCHEM CR (FALL2026) - 798113

Which is an example of using comparative anatomy to study evolutionary relationships?

Answer
A
comparing and contrasting the DNA of two organisms
B
studying the digestive system structure in two organisms
C
using ancient footprints to learn about an organism’s behaviors
D
looking at the development of a fertilized egg of an organism

Explanation

Comparative anatomy examines similarities and differences in organisms’ body structures. Studying the digestive system structure in two organisms compares their anatomy and can provide evidence about their evolutionary relationships. Comparing DNA is molecular evidence, while footprints and egg development are different kinds of evidence.

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