Question

Analogous organs arise due to

• A. Divergent evolution
• B. Artificial selection
• C. Genetic drift
• D. Convergent evolution

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Convergent evolution

The organs which have similar functions but are different in their structural details and origin are called analogous organs. The analogous structures are the results of convergent evolution. The wings of an insect are analogous to wings of a bird. It is due the fact that the basic structure of the wings of the insects is different from the wings of bird. However, their function is similar.

So, the correct answer is 'Convergent evolution'.