Inhabitants of oceanic islands resemble forms of the nearest mainland but show some differences. This is an example of 

A. the fossil record.
B. homology.
C. convergent evolution.
D. biogeography.
E. development.


D. biogeography.

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attack.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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A. on plasmids B. on the chromosome C. both on the chromosome and on plasmids D. on mitochondrial DNA

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The only way that cells can produce ATP in the absence of oxygen is through the process of ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Aristotle believed that

A) species evolve through natural selection and other mechanisms. B) an individual's use of a body part causes it to further evolve. C) species are fixed (permanent) and perfect. D) the best evidence for change within species is seen in fossils.

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