Evolution - Vestigial Structures Flashcards

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homologous structures

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  • structures that have different mature forms but develop from the same embryonic tissue
  • ex. forearm of reptiles, birds and mammals
  • these organisms are using similar body plans
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vestigial organs

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  • organ or structure that serves no useful function in an organism
  • ex. pelvis and femur located in the tail of a whale
  • tell us that these animals have ancestors that lived on land and had four legs
  • ex. humans have appendix that use to help us process a rare meat diet
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