Which of the following statements is incorrect with respect to evolution?

Fossils provide important information.

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Embryological stages of higher animals are similar.

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Fore limbs of cows and wings of birds are analogous.

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Variations among individuals are important for survival.

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Solution

The correct option is D Fore limbs of cows and wings of birds are analogous.
Analogous structures are the structures that differ in structure and origin but, perform similar functions. On the other hand, homologous structures are structures that are structurally similar and have a common origin, but the functions are different. The forelimbs of cows and the wings of birds have similar structures but perform different functions. Hence, they are homologous structures, not analogous.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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