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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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