NEET2014Zoology-Evolution

NEET 2014 Zoology Analogous and Homologous Structures MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which one of the following are analogous structures?

A

Flippers of dolphin and legs of horse

B

Wings of bat and wings of pigeon

C

Gills of prawn and lungs of man

D

Thorns of Bougainvillea and tendrils of Cucurbita

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Analogous structures have similar functions but different evolutionary origins, such as the flippers of a dolphin and the legs of a horse.

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