Question

Name the vestigial part of the human alimentary canal.

Answer 1

Vestigial organs:

1. Due to evolution many organs that were functional previously have lost their functions. These organs are known as vestigial organs.
2. The vestigial part that is found in the human alimentary canal is the vermiform appendix.
3. It is situated at the merging point of the small and large intestine.
4. The function of this organ is yet to be found.
5. But, the removal of this organ causes no ill effects on the body.