Q159 / 180 · AIIMS 2004 · Zoology

Potato and sweet potato

  • A
    have edible parts which are homologous organs
  • Correct answer
    B
    have edible parts which are analogous organs
  • C
    have been introduced in India from the same place
  • D
    are two species of the same genus.

Solution

Analogous organs are those organs, which are different in origin but similar in function. Potato and sweet potato are absolutely different in their origin as potato is modified underground stem (tuber), while sweet potato is tuberous root. It means both have edible parts, which are different organs.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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