Similarities due to convergent evolution are called
A) analogy.
B) homology.
C) taxonomy.
D) phylogeny.
E) cladistics.

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Convergent evolution results in analogous structures or traits that are similar in function but have different evolutionary origins. Therefore, similarities due to convergent evolution are called analogy. Homology refers to similarities in traits or structures that are inherited from a common ancestor. Taxonomy refers to the classification of organisms based on their evolutionary relationships, while phylogeny refers to the evolutionary history of a group of organisms. Cladistics is a method of classification based on evolutionary relationships and shared derived characteristics.

Similarities Due to Convergent Evolution Are Called