Analogous structures are a result of

Analogous structures are a result of
A convergent evolution.
B shared ancestry.
C stabilising selection.
D divergent evolution.

Explanation

Similar function, different origin = convergent evolution.

Detailed Solution

Analogous structures result from convergent evolution: organs with different structure and origin but similar functions, e.g. the eyes of octopus and mammals.

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