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The independent evolution of geographically separate but related species in a way that produces similar forms is known as

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Parallel evolution

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Co-evolution

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Convergent evolution

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Synergistic evolution

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Solution

The correct option is C Convergent evolution
Convergent evolution is the independent evolution of similar features in species of different lineages.
So, the correct option is 'Convergent evolution'.

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