Differentiate between analogous and homologous structures.
| Analogous Organs | Homologous Organs |
| (i) Those organs which are structurally dissimilar but functionally similar are called analogous organs. | (i) Those organs, which are structurally similar but functional dissimilar are called homologous organs. |
| (ii)They lead to convergent evolution. | (ii) They lead to divergent evolution. |
| (iii) Eg. Wings of birds and insects. | Eg. Forelimbs of terrestrial vertebrates such as frog, lizard, bird, bat, horse, man. |
With the help of an algebraic equation, how did Hardy-Weinberg explain that in a given population the frequency of occurrence of alleles of a gene is supposed to remain the same through generations?
Organic farmers prefer the biological control of diseases and pests of the use of chemicals for the same purpose. Justify.
Explain the mechanism of ‘sex determination’ in birds. How does it differ from that of human beings?
Although a prokaryotic cell has no defined nucleus, yet DNA is not scattered throughout the cell. Explain.
Select and write analogous structures from the list given below:
(i) Wings of butterfly and birds
(ii) Vertebrate hearts
(ii) Tendrils of bougainvillaea and Cucurbita
(iv) Tubers of sweet potato and potato
Write the difference between genetic biodiversity and species biodiversity that exists at all the levels of biological organisation.
How has the use of Agrobacterium as vectors helped in controlling Meloidogyne incognita infestation in tobacco plants? Explain in the correct sequence.
“India has greater ecosystem diversity than Norway.” Do you agree with the statement? Give reasons in support of your answer.
