Question

Identify the example of homologous structures from the following : Thorns in Bougainvillea and tendrils of Cucurbita.

Answer 1

your answer is Homologous organs . because the axillary branches in Bougainville are modified into thorn for protection from insects and in cucurbita they are modified into tendril for easy climbing hence they have same structure but different function

Answer 2

Answer:

Thorns in Bougainvillea and tendrils of Cucurbita are homologous structures. In both plants, thorns and tendrils both are situated in axillary position and are the modifications of axillary buds.