NEET Previous Year Question
Among the following sets of examples for divergent evolution, select the incorrect option:
Topic: NEET PYQ
Answer: D. Full step-by-step solution below.
- AForelimbs of man, bat and cheetah
- BHeart of bat, man and cheetah
- CBrain of bat, man and cheetah
- DEye of octopus, bat and man
Correct answer: D
Solution
(d) Divergent evolution involves homologous organs that share a common origin but perform different functions. The eyes of octopus and vertebrates (bat, man) are analogous organs, having evolved independently through convergent evolution.More Evolution PYQs
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