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Sweet potato and potato are example of :...

Sweet potato and potato are example of `:`

A

Homologous

B

Analogous

C

Recent introductions

D

Two species of the same genus.

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To answer the question "Sweet potato and potato are examples of:", we will analyze the characteristics of sweet potato and potato and determine their classification based on their evolutionary traits. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Type of Plant Structures**: - Sweet potato is a modified root, specifically a root tuber that stores food. - Potato is a modified stem, specifically a stem tuber that also stores food. 2. **Analyze the Origin of Structures**: - The sweet potato and potato have different origins: one is derived from a root (sweet potato) and the other from a stem (potato). 3. **Examine the Function of Structures**: - Both sweet potato and potato serve the same function, which is to store food in the form of starch. 4. **Classify the Structures**: - Since sweet potato and potato have different origins but perform the same function, they are classified as analogous organs. 5. **Evaluate Other Options**: - Homologous organs have the same origin but different functions, which does not apply here. - Recent introductions do not apply as both plants are well-established in agriculture. - They belong to different genera (sweet potato belongs to Ipomoea and potato belongs to Solanum), so they are not two species of the same genus. 6. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the correct classification for sweet potato and potato is that they are examples of **analogous organs**. ### Final Answer: Sweet potato and potato are examples of **analogous organs**. ---
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