what is the different between homologous and analogues
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Homologous organs are those organs which have the same basic structural design and origin but have different functions.
Analogues organs are those organs which have the different basic structural design and origin but have similar functions.
For example: The wings of birds and insects
HOMOLOGOUS ORGANS
1. They differ morphologically.
2. They have a similar internal structure.
3. They develop in related organisms.
4. Stages in the development are similar.
5. They perform different functions.
ANALOGOUS ORGANS
1. They show a superficial resemblance.
2.Their internal structure is quite different.
3. They develop in unrelated organisms.
4. Stages in the development are different.
5. They have similar functions.