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The eye of an octopus and the eye of a cat show different patterns of structure, yet they perform similar functions. This is an example of:

  1. A
    Homologous organs that have evolved due to convergent evolution.
  2. B
    Homologous organs that have evolved due to divergent evolution.
  3. C
    Analogous organs that have evolved due to convergent evolution.
  4. D
    Analogous organs that have evolved due to divergent evolution.

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Organs that are anatomically different but perform similar functions are analogous organs. They result from convergent evolution, where different species adapt in similar ways to similar environmental needs.

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The eye of an octopus and the eye of a cat show different patterns of structure, yet they perform similar functions. This is an example of:
A
Homologous organs that have evolved due to convergent evolution.
B
Homologous organs that have evolved due to divergent evolution.
C
Analogous organs that have evolved due to convergent evolution.
D
Analogous organs that have evolved due to divergent evolution.

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