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The similarity of bone structure in the forelimbs of many vertebrates is an example of

  • Option 1)

    Convergent evolution

  • Option 2)

    Analogy

  • Option 3)

    Homology

  • Option 4)

    Adaptive radiation

 

Answers (2)

As we learnt in

Homologous Organs -

Organs which look different and perform different functions, but have similar basic structure, similar topography and embryonic origin.

- wherein

These are called homologous organs. Eg: forelimbs of vertebrates like the seal, bat, bird wings, dragonfly, pterodactyl, eagle, humorous bat.

fig 4

 

 In homology, in different vertebrates, bones of forelimbs are similar but their forelimbs are adapted in different way as per their adaptation.

 


Option 1)

Convergent evolution

This is incorrect.

Option 2)

Analogy

This is incorrect.

Option 3)

Homology

This is correct.

Option 4)

Adaptive radiation

This is incorrect.

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