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Organs of the same basic structure but different functions, such as a human arm and a bat’s wing, are:

Answer: homologous organs.

  • A homologous organs
  • B analogous organs
  • C vestigial organs
  • D entirely new organs

Correct answer: A. homologous organs

Explanation: Homologous organs share a common origin but perform different functions.

Simple Phylogenetic TreeCommon ancestorLineage ALineage BLineage C1Lineage C2Branch points represent speciation events from a shared ancestor

A simple phylogenetic tree: a common ancestor branches into several descendant lineages over time, with each branch point marking a speciation event.

Concept context

Origin of life, Darwin's theory, natural selection, speciation, and evidence for evolution.

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