What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of different animals having similar structures, despite…

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of different animals having similar structures, despite performing different functions?
  1. Convergent evolution
  2. Divergent evolution
  3. Adaptive evolution
  4. Homology

Solution

Divergent evolution is the phenomenon of different animals having similar structures, despite performing different functions, due to adaptations to different needs.

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