[Campbell Biology P.517] According to the diagram titled "What causes the similarities and d... | Practice Question

According to the diagram titled "What causes the similarities and differences among Earth's many different species?", which two key aspects primarily define the process of "descent with modification"?

  • A: Shared ancestry and accumulation of differences.
  • B: Natural selection and environmental adaptation.
  • C: Ancient common ancestor and diverse environments.
  • D: Unity of life and diversity of life.

Explanation

The diagram explicitly breaks down 'descent with modification' into 'shared ancestry, resulting in shared characteristics' and 'accumulation of differences', which together give rise to the 'diversity of life'.