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Homologous organs are differentiated from analogous organs in having _____.

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a

same structure, different function

b

different structure, different function 

c

different structure, same function

d

same structure, same function

answer is C.

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Concept: Homologous organs are those that share the same anatomical structure but perform different functions whereas, analogous organs are those organs that although look different in structure but perform the same function.

Here are some examples of homologous organs: 

Mouthparts of cockroaches, honeybees, and butterflies are homologous structures.

The forelimbs of humans, whales, bats, and cheetahs are homologous organs.

The underlying anatomy of various organs, like the wings of a bat, the wings of a bird, the flipper of a seal, the forelimb of a horse, and the human arm, is similar to that of their last common ancestor.

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