Which of the following pairs of structures are examples of …

Biology Evolution Skill Builder Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Which of the following pairs of structures are examples of analogous structures?

Forelimbs of whales and humans
and ,

Wings of butterflies and birds
and , , and

Thorn of Bougainvillea and tendrils of Cucurbita
only , and

Eye of octopus and mammals Choose the correct pair(s) from the options given below: only only only

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Analogous structures arise from convergent evolution where different structures evolve to perform similar functions due to similar selective pressures. The wings of butterflies and birds, and the eyes of octopuses and mammals are examples of analogous structures, as they are not anatomically similar but perform similar functions.

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