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Analogous organs arise due to:
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Options:
  • A
    divergent evolution
  • B
    artificial selection
  • C
    genetic drift
  • D
    convergent evolution
Solution:
1166 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
convergent evolution
Analogous organs arise due to convergent evolution. These are the organs which have similar function, but are different in their structural details and origin, e.g., wings of insect and bird.
The other three options are incorrect, because divergent evolution give rise to homologous organs, genetic drift can contribute speciation and artifical selection is used to produce improved varieties of animals and plants.

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