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Which of the following is an example of homologous organs?
- A.Wings of a butterfly and wings of a bird
- B.Forelimbs of a whale and forelimbs of a bat
- C.Eyes of an octopus and eyes of a mammal
- D.Flippers of a penguin and flippers of a dolphin
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Correct answer: B — Forelimbs of a whale and forelimbs of a bat
Solution
- Homologous organs are those that share a common evolutionary origin and basic anatomical structure.
- The forelimbs of whales and bats share the same skeletal pattern of humerus, radius, and ulna.
- These structures perform different functions like swimming and flying.
- Hence the answer is (B).
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