comparative anatomy

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homologous

similar structures in related individuals

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analogous

structures that appear similar or have the same function, even though the individuals are unrelated

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embryology

the study of the embryos of different species

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comparative anatomy

the science of comparing the structure of a species with others and looking for differences

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niche

a role or place in an ecosystem

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transitional form

a fossil that has the features of two or more different groups