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What is divergent evolution? Explain taking an example of plants.

Answer» Divergent evolution means that the same structure developed along different directions due to adaptation to different needs. The differently developed structures are homologous .
In plants , thorn of Bougainvillea and tendrils or Cucurbita are homologous organs. These developed from common ancestral structure in different directions due to adaptation to different needs .


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