Question 9
EvolutionWhich of these organs can be considered vestigial in humans but functional in other mammals? The
- A.liver
- B.appendix
- C.rectum
- D.stomach
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (appendix)
Explanation
The human appendix has no clear use, but in herbivores such as rabbits the appendix and caecum help digest cellulose.