NEET Biology question

Which one of the following correctly describes the homologous structures?

(A)Organs with anatomical similarities, but performing different functionsCorrect
(B)Organs with anatomical dissimilarities, but performing the same function
(C)Organs that have no function now, but had an important function in ancestors
(D)Organs appearing only in the embryonic stage and disappearing later in the adult

Answer: (A)

Solution

Homologous organs are organs that have the same fundamental structure (anatomical similarity) but are different in function. These organs follow the same basic plan of organization during development, but in the adult condition they are modified to perform

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