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Are the following homologous or analogous? Why?
a) Flippers of dolphin and whale
b) Flippers of penguin and whale
Asked by | 27 Feb, 2013, 10:51: AM
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a) Flippers of dolphin and whale are homologous. They are considered homologous structures because they have a similar underlying anatomy. They are similar and share common traits.
b) Flippers of penguin and whale are analogous structures that are not homologous, as they arise from different tissues.
Answered by | 27 Feb, 2013, 11:58: AM
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