Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Structures present in different organisms having the same ancestor or origin are called homologous. They do not always perform the same function. There are many structures in the nature that has same origin and same functions (sometimes).

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