Question

Flippers of seal are

• A. Fins
• B. Skin outgrowth/webs
• C. Forelimbs
• D. Hindlimbs

Answer 1

The correct option is A Fins

Analogous organs: The organs which have the same function and are superficially alike but are quite different in fundamental structure and embryonic origin.

Fins and Flippers: The pectoral fins of fishes and the flippers of seal are flattened organs used for swimming. However the two have different structure. The flippers are the modified pentadactyl forelimbs whereas the fins are not pentadactyl. Hence, the two are analogous organs.

So, the correct answer is 'Fins'.