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which structures are similar in function, but do not indicate that the organisms are related?
analogous structures
homologous structures
vestigial structures
transitional structures
Analogous structures have similar functions but different evolutionary origins. For example, the wings of a bird and the wings of an insect both allow for flight (similar function) but evolved independently. Homologous structures (B) have a common evolutionary origin but may have different functions. Vestigial structures (C) are remnants of organs that had a function in ancestors but are now reduced. Transitional structures (D) are intermediate forms in evolution. So, the answer is analogous structures.
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A. analogous structures