Problemas
3. What do we call structures that no longer have a function in an organism? Vestigial Homologous Analogous Deleterious
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The correct answer is 'Vestigial'.
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## Step 1The question is asking for the term that describes structures in an organism that no longer have a function. The options provided are Vestigial, Homologous, Analogous, and Deleterious.## Step 2Vestigial structures are remnants of organs or structures that had a function in an early ancestor. These structures no longer serve a purpose in the current organism.## Step 3Homologous structures are those that have a similar structure but may have different functions. They are not necessarily non-functional.## Step 4Analogous structures are those that perform a similar function but have different structures. They are not necessarily non-functional.## Step 5Deleterious structures are those that are harmful or damaging. They are not necessarily non-functional.