Which among the following is a vestigial organ?

Transverse colon

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Vermiform appendix

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Caecum

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Rectum

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Solution

The correct option is B Vermiform appendix
Caecum, colon and rectum are functional parts of the large intestine. Vermiform appendix is a finger-like structure arising from the blind end of the caeum and is vestigeal or non- functional organ in human beings.

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