Analogous organs are similar in their

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The correct option is D Functions
Analogous organs are those organs that have some superficial resemblance, perform similar functions and yet, have different evolutionary origins and hence, different anatomical structures. For example, the wings of a butterfly and those of a bird are analogous, as they are anatomically different and yet, both use their wings to fly.

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Q. Analogous organs are similar in their

Q. Assertion: Analogous organs have different origins but similar functions
Reason: Analogous structures show divergent evolution

Q. The analogous organs have similar functions but have .......... structures.

Q. The organs which perform similar functions but have different basic structure are called :
(a) asymmetric organs
(b) analogous organs
(c) homologous organs
(d) homophonic organs

Choose the correct statement(s) with reference to organic evolution.
I. Flippers of whales and wings of bats exhibit analogy.
II. Wings of butterflies and wings of birds exhibit homology.
III. Organs with dissimilar structures, performing similar functions are called analogous organs.
IV. Organs with similar structure and origin are called homologous organs.

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