What are the organs called that have a similar appearance and perform similar functions but have different basic structures?

  • A
    Analogous organs
  • B
    Homologous organs
  • C
    Vestigial organs
  • D
    Atavistic organs

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Which of the following statements is not true with respect to variation?

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$(i)$ $DNA$ undergoes significant changes in germ cells
$(ii)$ chromosome number changes in the gamete
$(iii)$ there is no change in the genetic material
$(iv)$ mating does not take place

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$(b)$ Give the phenotypic ratio of the $F_{2}$ progeny.
$(c)$ Why is the $F_{2}$ progeny different from the $F_{1}$ progeny?

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