A pair of analogous organs is A) Wing of bird – flipper of whale B) Forelimbs of horse and man C) Wing of bird – forelimb of horse D) Wing of insect and wing of bird
A pair of analogous organs is A) Wing of bird – flipper of whale B) Forelimbs of horse and man C) Wing of bird – forelimb of horse D) Wing of insect and wing of bird

Correct option:(d)Wing of insect and wing of bird

Solution:

  • Analogous organs are the organs that have a different origin but have the same functions.
  • Example:Wings of an insect and wings of a bird are analogous organs.
  • They differ in their origin but both are used for flying.
  •  Wings are modified forelimbs.