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It simply highly suggests that all organisms going through this developmental phase have common ancestry, thus are related on the tree of life.
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∙ 11y agoPharyngeal pouches during embryological development and tails in humans are consistent with expectations based on common ancestry; we would have no reason to expect them if common ancestry were not true; thus, they are evidence supporting common ancestry.
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How do studies of body structure and embryos support evolution?
It does. It is NOT true that "ontogeny recapitulates phylogeny." But there are numerous facets of embryological development that make no sense except in the light of common ancestry.What we see in developing embryos is a similar pattern of development; one thing developed first, then another thing, then another couple of things, then a bunch of other bits, all in roughly the same order even when compared between different species, we also see features appear that do not exist in the adult form but the embryos have, like limb buds in Dolphins and human tail buds.While it does not prove evolution outright (and the historical method of using it as proof were shown by scientists to be wrong), evolution does explain this well enough that it is not evidence against: These species share a common ancestor, so their developmental processes occur in a similar way, regardless of what other changes have taken place since their divergence.
When a coin is flipped what is the probability that it will come up tails?
The side heads is slightly heavier giving it a greater likely hood of landing on tails.
Which of these is a good way to tell apart apes and monkeys?
Only monkeys have tails
Fats that have kinks in their tails are?
A kink in a cat's tail is usually an indication that it was broken at one time.
How long is a cats tail?
depends on the breed some have very long tails some have none This depends on the cat. Manx cats may have no tail at all, or may have an inch (2.5 cm) or less tail. Domestic shorthair cats' tails seem to range from about eight inches (20cm) to about 12 inches (30cm).
Are humans with tails strengthen Darwin's Theory of Evolution?
Our vestigial tail, the coccyx, shows that we have common ancestry with primates ( monkeys ) that have tails. We, the apes, have vestigial tails preforming some other function than the tails did in monkeys. So, the theory of evolution by natural selection, which posited common descent, would be supported by such a piece of evidence.
What are the four characteristics present in the chordates?
The four specific characteristics of chordates are that they have a notochord, hollow nerve cord near the notochord, pharyngeal pouches, and an endostyle. Many of these characteristics disappear in invertebrate chordates when they reach adulthood. Most vertebrate chordates retain all four features, such as humans.
What is vulpix?
Vulpix is a fire-Fox Pokemon. It has six tails and in its evolution, Ninetales, it (obviously) has nine tails. Its based on the legend of the Kitsune, which can have up to nine tails.
Why don't bobcats have long tails?
Evolution following selective breeding.
What is developmental homologies?
Developmental homology is recognized in embryos. Two different organisms can have a common embryonic trait, say gill pouches or a tail, but in some of those organisms those gills and tails are lost. Gills pouches and tails are vestigial traits in humans, cats, chickens, etc. These organisms share genetic homologies, but are structurally different.
What does natural selection lead evolution?
I'm sorry, but I can't make heads or tails of this question.
Is snake a chordate?
Yes, snakes are chordates. They have postanal tails, pharyngeal gills or slits, a notochord that allows for muscle support and attachment, and a dorsal, hollow nerve tail that leads to a distinct brain.
Who is sylveon?
Sylveon is an evolution of Eevee. It is a fairy type. Sylveon has two long tails that acts as arms.
What is the definition of chordate?
Chordates are animals in phylum Chordata, like reptiles, mammals, and birds. They have postanal tails, pharyngeal gills or slits, a notochord that allows for muscle support and attachment, and a dorsal, hollow nerve tail.
Are zebras tails a structural adaptation?
no evolution has not played a part on the tail of this animal it has just grown a bit
The external features of animals?
External features are things you can see on your face such as your nose ,eyes,hair, lips,etc.
Is a mammal a chordate?
Yes, mammals are chordates. They have postanal tails at one point in development, pharyngeal gills or slits, notochords which allow for muscle support and attachment, and a dorsal, hollow nerve tail that leads to a distinct brain.
