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Are the necks of giraffes and other

mammals examples of homologous
structures or analogous structures? Cite
evidence to support your answer.

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User Dodbrian
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Answer:

The long necks of giraffes are also examples of homologous structures. Giraffes necks have seven cervical vertebrae, and together they are approximately eight feet in length and weigh over 600 pounds.

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