English ivy (Hedera helix)and wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei)are not closely related,yet both have aerial rootlets that allow them to climb up and stick to bark on trees.What type of evolution is this?
A)Analogous.
B)Convergent.
C)Homologous.
D)Diversifying.
E)Directional.

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The presence of aerial rootlets that allow plants to climb and stick to bark on trees is an example of convergent evolution. Although English ivy and wintercreeper are not closely related, they evolved similar adaptations to suit the same environment and ecological niche.

English Ivy (Hedera Helix)and Wintercreeper (Euonymus Fortunei)are Not Closely Related,yet