Compare and contrast the terms homologous and analogous.

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Korbin Hunt

5 July, 13:06

Compare and contrast the terms homologous and analogous.

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Mariana Dougherty · Answer 1

Analogous structures are those structures in different species which perform the same function, have similar appearance and structure but are not evolved together; therefore do not share a common ancestor. Homologous and analogous organs video explains in a simple way.