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Classify the following as examples of homology and analogy-Tubers of Potato and sweet potato

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To classify the tubers of potato and sweet potato as examples of homology or analogy, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Definitions - **Homologous Organs**: These are organs that have a similar origin (same evolutionary ancestry) but may have evolved to perform different functions. - **Analogous Organs**: These are organs that have different origins (different evolutionary ancestry) but perform similar functions. ### Step 2: Identify the Organ Types - **Tubers of Potato**: The tuber of the potato is a modification of the stem. It is an underground storage organ that develops from the stem of the plant. ...
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