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  • Which of the following structures is homologous to the wing of a bird?Option: 1 Dorsal

Which of the following structures is homologous to the wing of a bird?

Option: 1

Dorsal fin of a Shark


Option: 2

Wing of a Moth


Option: 3

Hind limb of Rabbit


Option: 4

Flipper of Whale


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Homologous Organs -

Organs which look different and perform different functions, but have similar basic structure, similar topography and embryonic origin.These are called homologous organs. Eg: forelimbs of vertebrates like the seal, bat, bird wings, dragonfly, pterodactyl, eagle, humorous bat.

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Hence, the correct answer is 'Wing of a bird is homologous to flipper of the whale'

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