Comparative Anatomy MS-LS4-2

NGSS

Body Parts Of Different Species That Have The Same Function But Different Structure And Origin.

Analogous Structure

Analogous Structure Simple Definition

A Branching Diagram That Shows The Evolutionary Relationships Between Species.

Cladogram

Cladogram Simple Definition

The Most Recent Individual From Which Two Or More Species Are Descended.

Common Ancestor

The most recent individual from which two or more species are descended. common ancestor. A common ancestor is an ancient organism from which different species have evolved over time.

The Process By Which Unrelated Species Develop Similar Traits In Similar Environments.

Convergent Evolution

Convergent Evolution Simple Definition

A Similar Structure In Different Species, Like A Whale Fin, Bat Wing And Your Arm.

Homologous Structure

Homologous Structure Simple Definition

The Study Of The Form And Structure Of Organisms.

Morphology

The study of the form and structure of organisms. Morphology. In Grade 8 science, morphology is about understanding the shapes and structures of living things.

The Individuals Best Suited To Survive In An Environment.

Natural Selection

Natural Selection Simple Definition

The Evolutionary History Of An Organism And Related Species.

Phylogeny

Phylogeny Simple Definition

The Evolution Of New Species From An Existing Species.

Speciation

Speciation Simple Definition