Analogous structures:
Correct answer: B. Have same functions but different structures
- A. Have same structures but different functions
- B. Have same functions but different structures
- C. Have different structures and functions
- D. None of the above
Explanation
Analogous organs are functionally alike but structurally different e.g. wings of bat, birds and insects etc. are examples of convergent evolution.
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