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Q.

Which of these is not a vestigial organ in human beings?

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a

Tail bone

b

Wisdom tooth

c

Ear muscle

d

Nail

answer is D.

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The organs that our ancestors had in their functional form are known as vestigial organs. In people, they serve as basic structures.

The ear muscle, tailbone, wisdom teeth, nictitating membrane, etc. are examples of common vestigial organs in humans.

The keratin protein that makes up the nail aids in protecting the fingertip. This organ is not a vestige.

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