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Which of the following is an example of a homologous organ?
Which of the following is an example of a homologous organ?
- Human hand and insect wing
- Human hand and bird wing
- Human hand and elephant trunk (correct)
- Human hand and bat wing
What is the function of the 'style' in a flower?
What is the function of the 'style' in a flower?
- To protect the flower from predators
- To store nectar for pollinators
- To support the stigma (correct)
- To produce pollen grains
What is the primary function of the 'tendons' in the human body?
What is the primary function of the 'tendons' in the human body?
- To regulate body temperature
- To connect muscle to bone (correct)
- To transport oxygen to cells
- To store excess glucose
Flashcards
Homologous Organ
Homologous Organ
Structures in different species that have a similar anatomical structure, performing different functions, indicating a shared ancestry.
Style (in a flower)
Style (in a flower)
A structure within a flower that elevates and supports the stigma, facilitating pollination.
Tendons
Tendons
Tough, fibrous connective tissue that connects muscles to bones, enabling movement.
