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Thorns of B o u g a i n v i l l e a and tendrils of C u c u r b i t a blank are examples of

  1. Analogous organs  
  2. Homologous organs  
  3. Vestigial organs  
  4. Retrogressive evolution  

The correct answer is: Homologous organs


    Thorns of B o u g a i n v i l l e a and tendrils of C u c u r b i t a blank are homologous organs. These are modified branches and are axillary in position. It means axillary branches in B o u g a i n v i l l e a are modified into thorns for protection from burrowing animals and in
    C u c u r b i t ainto tendrils for climbing.

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