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A chimpanzee can hold objects by its hands and an elephant by its tusks. Are these two organs analogous or homologous? Give reason in support of your answer.

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To determine whether the hands of a chimpanzee and the tusks of an elephant are analogous or homologous organs, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Definitions - **Homologous organs** are those that have a similar origin (anatomical structure) but may serve different functions in different species. - **Analogous organs** are those that have different origins but serve similar functions. ### Step 2: Identify the Organs - In this case, we are comparing the **hands of a chimpanzee** and the **tusks of an elephant**. ...
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