The same basic internal organs (kidneys, stomach, heart, lungs) are found in frogs, birds, snakes, and rodents. This is primarily an example of ________.
A) structural homology
B) developmental homology
C) genetic correlation
D) inheritance of acquired characteristics

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This is an example of structural homology because the same organs are found in different species with similar structures and functions. Developmental homology refers to similarities in developmental processes, genetic correlation refers to the relationship between different genes, and inheritance of acquired characteristics is a discredited theory that organisms can pass on traits acquired during their lifetime.

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