Q. The eye of octopus and eye of cat show different patterns of structure, yet they perform similar function. 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
Explanation
[Solution from source] The eyes of octopus (a mollusc) and cat (a mammal) differ in structure and origin but perform the same function, so they are analogous organs, which arise by convergent evolution. Homologous organs share origin but may differ in function. Answer (3).
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