Of the Following Anatomical Structures, Which Is Homologous to the Bones

question 25

Multiple Choice

Of the following anatomical structures, which is homologous to the bones in the wing of a bird?

• A) cartilage in the dorsal fin of a shark
• B) bones in the hind limb of a kangaroo
• C) chitinous struts in the wing of a butterfly
• D) bony rays in the tail fin of a flying fish
• E) bones in the flipper of a whale

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