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Flippers of Penguins and Dolphins are examples of

1. Convergent evolution
2. Industrial melanism
3. Natural selection
4. Adaptive radiation

Correct answer: Convergent evolution

Solution

Penguins and dolphins are not closely related, but both evolved flipper-like limbs for efficient swimming. This similarity arose independently in response to similar environmental pressures, which is convergent evolution.

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