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What term is used for a structure that is reduced in size and have no apparent function?
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∙ 16y ago
I presume you are referring to biological structures (e.g. the appendix), if so then the word you are looking for is 'vestigial'.
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What is the term for body parts that are reduced in size with no apparent function?
Body parts that are reduced in size with no apparent function would be vestigial limbs. Evolution could be at the root of the development of vestigial limbs. A good example would be a T-Rex with his tiny arms.
A structure in an organism that is reduced in size and function and that may have been complete and functional in the organisms ancestors?
Phys
Why would a vestigial structure once it has been reduced to a certain size not disappear altogether?
With time, if an organ or structure is no longer needed, natural selection may reduce the size of the organ until it completely disappears from the species or is very reduced in size. It is suggested that some vestigial organs may remain in a reduced state because they have a minor function within the body.
What body parts that reduce in size with no apparent function?
pineal gland
What is homologous structure that is greatly reduced in size?
vestigal organ
What homologous structure that is greatly reduced to size?
Vestigial Organs
Homologous structure that is greatly reduced in size?
vestigial organs
A body part which is reduced in size and seems to have no function is called?
A body part which is reduced in size and seems to have no function is called a vestigial. One example is the cecum. This is connected to the appendix.
What is an organelle how does its structure affect its function?
an organelle is a small cell structure that carries out a function within the cell. I believe that the function is determined by the shape and size of it because the organelle needs to be a certain size to carry out all of the functions that need to be preformed.
How does the structure and function of groups change as they grow in size?
Groups tend to develop a more formal social structure
What is A body part which is reduced in size and seems to have no function is called?
Vestigial structures. Like the appendix in humans.
A body part which is reduced in size and seems to have no function is called what?
Vestigial structures. Like the appendix in humans.
