Question

Distinguish between homologous organs and analogous organ in which category would you place wing of a bird and wing of a bat? Justify your answer giving a suitable reason.

Answer 1

Homologous organs:- organs which have similar body structure but they perform different functions are called homologous organs.

Analogous organs:- Organs which have different body structure but they perform similar function are called analogous organs.

wing of a bird and wing of a bat are known to be an analogous organ because the structure of their wing is different but they both help them to fly in sky