Question

The eye of octopus and eye of cat show different patterns of structure, yet they perform similar function. This is an example of:

• A. Homologous organs that have evolved due to divergent evolution
• B. Homologous organs that have evolved due to convergent evolution
• C. Analogous organs that have evolved due to convergent evolution
• D. Analogous organs that have evolved due to divergent evolution

Answer 1

The correct option is C Analogous organs that have evolved due to convergent evolution

Analogous organs have different basic structures and origins but perform the same function due to the similarity in their habitat.

The eyes of an octopus & cat are analogous organs since they differ in structure but perform the same function.

Analogous organs are a product of convergent evolution. The process of evolution in which two species, not related to each other by common ancestry, develop similar characteristics due to similarity in their habitats is known as convergent evolution.

On the contrary, homologous organs have a common ancestral origin. These are similar in basic structures but perform different functions. The same structure developed along
different directions due to adaptations to different needs is called divergent evolution. Hence, homologous organs are the products of divergent evolution.

So, the correct answer is option C.