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This is when unrelated species evolve to have functionally similar features. All bats and birds "converged" with their ability to fly in response to environmental stimuli and biological goals. The arm ...

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Hinge joints allow flexion and extension only. Flexion – bending a joint. This occurs when the angle of a joint decreases. For example, the elbow flexes when performing a biceps curl. The knee flexes ...