Question

Which of the following pairs of structures is homologous ?

• A. Wings of Grasshopper and forelimbs of Flying Squirrel
• B. Tentacles of Hydra and arms of Starfish
• C. Forelimbs of a Bat and forelegs of a Horse
• D. Wings of ti bird and wings'of a Moth

Answer 1

The correct option is A Wings of Grasshopper and forelimbs of Flying Squirrel

Homologous organs that have the same fundamental basic structure, however, have diverse capacities are called homologous organs. Eg. The forelimbs of frog, human, reptile and feathered creatures. The forelimbs of people help in getting a handle on, of reptiles help for running, of frog for bouncing and of winged animal for flying.

So, the correct option is 'Wings of Grasshopper and forelimbs of Flying Squirrel'.