The homologous organs have different functions and have ______ structures.

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The correct option is A Similar
The homologous organs have different functions but have similar structures.
Organs such as wings of birds, seal's flipper, forelimb of a horse, and human arm are homologous as their basic anatomical structure is similar but their functions are different -
Wings of birds for flying.
Seal's flipper for swimming.
The human arm can perform various functions.

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