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Patterns of Evolution - Coggle Diagram
Patterns of Evolution
Divergent Evolution
A number of different species arrive from one ancestor
Convergent Evolution
When unrelated species evolve similar characteristics due to similar environments.
Coevolution
Occurs when two populations of organisms form a special bond and change in response to each other.
Speciation
Forming of a new species by evolution from a pre-existing species
Gradualism
A slow and constant change over time
Punctuated Equilibrium
Bursts of change followed by periods of stability
Extinction
Elimination of a species