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Why are analogous structures, a result of convergent evolution ?

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Analogous structures are a result of convergent evolution because they are not anatomically similar structures though they perform similar function.

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Analogous structures are said to be the result of convergent evolution because, though they perform similar function but are different in their structural details and origin e.g. wing of insects, birds and bats like unrelated organisms.

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