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Convergent evolution of two species is associated with

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Analogous organs

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Recent common ancestor

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Homologous organs

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Different habitat

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Solution

The correct option is A Analogous organs
Analogous organs are a result of convergent evolution. When starting from a number of different ancestors, similar present day forms are derived, they will show similarities only superficially but internally they will have different structural plan reflecting their different ancestral history.
So, the correct answer is 'Analogous organs'

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