Q. Which of the following is an example of a vestigial structure in humans?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Appendix
Explanation: The human appendix is often cited as a vestigial structure — it has reduced or altered function compared to ancestral species. The heart, lungs, and kidneys are essential organs with clear current functions, not vestigial.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
The human appendix is often cited as a vestigial structure — it has reduced or altered function compared to ancestral species. The heart, lungs, and kidneys are essential organs with clear current functions, not vestigial.