The Living World Question 249

Question: Two organs which are similar in structure and origin, but not necessarily in function are called [Pune CET 1998; CPMT 2004; J&K CET 2005]

Options:

A) Homologous

B) Analogous

C) Apocrine

D) None of these

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Homologous organs are similar in structure and origin but not necessarily in function.

Hence, organs from different species having a similar basic form, microscopic structures, body position and embryonic development are said to be homologous.