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Distinguish between analogous structures and homologous structures. For each structure give an example.

      

Distinguish between analogous structures and homologous structures. For each structure give an example.

  

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sharon
Analogous structures, are those with different embryonic origin but have undergone modification to perform similar functions in different organisms; Examples wings of insects and birds/webbed feet for frogs and ducks;Homologous structures, Are those with a common embryonic origin but have undergone modifications to perform different functions; example The pentadactyle limb of vertebrates;
sharon kalunda answered the question on March 22, 2019 at 12:13


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