The evolutionary process where two unrelated species evolve similar traits independently, often due to adapting to similar environments, is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The evolutionary process where two unrelated species evolve similar traits independently, often due to adapting to similar environments, is called:
A. Coevolution
B. Divergent evolution
C. Convergent evolution
D. Parallel evolution
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Convergent evolution occurs when distantly related organisms independently evolve similar traits or structures to adapt to similar ecological niches or environmental pressures. The resulting structures are called analogous organs (e.g., wings of birds and insects, eyes of octopuses and mammals). Divergent evolution is when related species evolve different traits (homologous organs). Coevolution is when two species evolve in response to each other.

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