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fenix001 [56]
3 years ago
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Some plants have thorns, while others have spines. Thorns and spines have the same function, but thorns are modified stems and s

pines are modified leaves. This is an example of which type of structure? homologous embryonic analogous vestigial
Biology
2 answers:
STatiana [176]3 years ago
6 0

Answer:

Option C, Analogous Organ

Explanation:

Thorns and spines are analogous organs. Analogous organs are those which have different function but have similar look and structure.  

Thorns are basically modified stem and spines are modified leaves. Both the thorns and spines are different in structure but they have same function which are as follows -  

a) They control the rate of respiration

b) Provide protection to the plants

jasenka [17]3 years ago
4 0
The correct option is ANALOGOUS STRUCTURES.
Analogous structures are structures that are similar because of the functions they carry out and because of their external appearance. But these structures are different internally.<span />
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