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Select the incorrect statements

A

Wings of insects and birds are analogous

B

wings of insects and bats show convergent evolution

C

wings of bats and forelimb of humans show divergent evolution

D

Wings of bats and forelimb of humans show convergent evolution

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To solve the question, "Select the incorrect statements," we will analyze each statement regarding the wings of insects, birds, bats, and human forelimbs. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Analyze Statement 1:** "Wings of insects and birds are analogous." - **Explanation:** Analogous structures are those that are anatomically dissimilar but perform the same function. Insects and birds both have wings that allow them to fly, but their wing structures are different. Therefore, this statement is **correct**. 2. **Analyze Statement 2:** "Wings of insects and birds show convergent evolution." - **Explanation:** Convergent evolution occurs when different species develop similar traits independently, often due to similar environmental pressures. Since insects and birds have different anatomical structures but serve the same function (flying), this statement is also **correct**. 3. **Analyze Statement 3:** "Wings of bats and forelimbs of humans show divergent evolution." - **Explanation:** Divergent evolution refers to the process where two or more related species become more dissimilar. The wings of bats and the forelimbs of humans are anatomically similar (homologous structures) but serve different functions. Thus, this statement is **correct**. 4. **Analyze Statement 4:** "Wings of bats and forelimbs of humans show convergent evolution." - **Explanation:** This statement is incorrect because the wings of bats and the forelimbs of humans are homologous structures, which means they share a common ancestor and diverged to perform different functions. Therefore, they do not show convergent evolution; they show divergent evolution. This statement is **incorrect**. ### Conclusion: The incorrect statement is **option number four**: "Wings of bats and forelimbs of humans show convergent evolution." ---
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