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Descent with Modification
Darwin's initial phrase for the general process of evolution.
Artificial Selection
The selective breeding of domesticated plants and animals to encourage the occurrence of desirable traits.
Homology
Similarity in characteristics resulting from a shared ancestry.
Homologous Structures
Structures in different species that are similar because of common ancestry.
Vestigial Organs
A structure of marginal, if any, importance to an organism. Vestigial organs are historical remnants of structures that had important functions in ancestors.
Biogeography
The study of the past and present distribution of species.
Endemic
Referring to a species that is confined to a specific, relatively small geographic area.
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