STANDARDZoology-Evolution

STANDARD Zoology Analogous and Homologous Structures MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Analogous structures are a result of

A

Divergent evolution

B

Convergent evolution

C

Shared ancestry

D

Stabilizing selection

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Analogous organs are those which are similar in function but do not have a common ancestor and thus they are a result of convergent evolution.

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