Question : Assertion: Thorns and tendrils of Bougainvillea and Cucurbita represent homology. Reason: Homologous organs have similar functions but are different in their structural details and origin.

Question : Assertion: Thorns and tendrils of Bougainvillea and Cucurbi

1.	Question : Assertion: Thorns and tendrils of Bougainvillea and Cucurbita represent homology. Reason: Homologous organs have similar functions but are different in their structural details and origin.
Answer» Solution :The ORGANS which have the asame fundamental STRUCTURE but are diffferent in functions are CALLED homologous organs. These organs follow the same basic plan of organisation during their developmentfor example, In plants. The homologous organs are thorn of Bougainvilea and a tendrill of Curculbita. both arising at the axiliary position.