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Select the correct statement.

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Tendril of a pea plant and phylloclade of Opuntia are homologous.

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Tendril of a pea plant and phylloclade of Opuntia are analogous.

C

Wings of birds and limbs of lizards are analogous.

D

Wings of birds and wings of bat are homologous.

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To solve the question of selecting the correct statement regarding homologous organs, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Definitions**: - Define homologous organs: These are organs that have the same origin but may perform different functions. - Define analogous organs: These are organs that perform similar functions but have different origins. 2. **Analyze the First Statement**: - The first statement claims that the tendril of the pea plant and the phylloclade of the Opuntia are homologous. - Identify the nature of both structures: - The tendril of the pea plant is a modified shoot that helps the plant climb. - The phylloclade of Opuntia is also a modified shoot, but it primarily functions in photosynthesis. 3. **Compare the Functions and Origins**: - Both the tendril and phylloclade are modified shoots, indicating they share a common origin. - They perform different functions: climbing (tendril) vs. photosynthesis (phylloclade). 4. **Conclusion**: - Since both structures are derived from the same type of organ (shoots) and perform different functions, they are indeed homologous. - Therefore, the first statement is correct. 5. **Identify Incorrect Options**: - The question implies there are other statements to consider, but since we have established the first statement is correct, the remaining options must be incorrect. ### Final Answer: The correct statement is: "The tendril of the pea plant and the phylloclade of the Opuntia are both homologous." ---

To solve the question of selecting the correct statement regarding homologous organs, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Definitions**: - Define homologous organs: These are organs that have the same origin but may perform different functions. - Define analogous organs: These are organs that perform similar functions but have different origins. ...
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