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Which of the following organs serve no apparent purpose?

Correct answer: D. Vestigial organs

  • A. Non vestigial organs
  • B. Homologous organs
  • C. Analogous organs
  • D. Vestigial organs

Explanation

Option D is correct because vestigial organs are anatomical organs that have lost most or all of their original function during the course of evolution, hence they serve no purpose.

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