Comparatuve Anatomyo Flashcards

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Homologous features

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Structures that share a common origin but may serve diff functions in modern species. Eg the forelimbs of humans whales and bats all have diff functions, flying swimming grasping

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Vestigial

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Body parts that have lost their original function, eg toes on dogs pigs and horses, vestigial structures in humans include appendix

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Analogous features

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Structures similar in function but not in origin or anatomical structure. Eg wings of birds and bees

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