Question

Elucidate the phenomenon of homologous organs with one example of an organ that is homologous to the hand of man.

Answer 1

Explain the terms analogous and homologous organs with examples. ... are called homologous organs. the forearms of a horse and the hands of human.

Answer 2

Example of homologous organs are the forelimbs of frog, man, and the flippers of the whale. The structure of these animals are the same but the function in a different manner. ... Having a similar structure shows that all these animals have a common ancestor.