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.
Found an issue with this question?
Related Questions
More from Evolution
More from
What phenomenon describes the evolution of different species from a common ancestor within a specific geographical area?
Evolution TheoriesZoology
Which of the following statements is true regarding the origin of life?
Hardy-Weinberg PrincipleZoology
Which of the following statements is true about the Neanderthal man?
Evolution TheoriesZoology