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Homology: A: Fore-limb of monkey. B: Fore-limb of whale. Although different at first sight
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Date: 28th March 2014
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Homology: A: Fore-limb of monkey. B: Fore-limb of whale. Although different at first sight
Homology: A: Fore-limb of monkey. B: Fore-limb of whale. Although different at first sight, they have similar architecture. SC, scapula: H, Humerus: R and U, radius and ulna: CA, wrist: MC, palm and fingers. Engraving c 1920
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1920 Anatomy Comparative Fingers Monkey Palm Science Sight Similar Whale Wrist Humerus Radius Scapula Ulna
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) showcases the fascinating concept of homology in comparative anatomy. The image presents two fore-limbs side by side, seemingly belonging to different species - a monkey and a whale. However, upon closer examination, it becomes evident that despite their outward dissimilarities, these limbs share striking similarities in their underlying architecture. Engraved around 1920, this remarkable piece of scientific illustration highlights the key anatomical components present in both fore-limbs. The labels SC (scapula), H (humerus), R and U (radius and ulna), CA (wrist), MC (palm), and fingers provide valuable insights into the structures being compared. The significance of this image lies in its demonstration of homology - the idea that diverse species can possess common structural features due to shared ancestry. Despite evolving for entirely different purposes over millions of years, the fore-limbs of both monkeys and whales exhibit comparable skeletal arrangements. By showcasing such homologous traits between distantly related animals like primates and marine mammals, this engraving serves as a testament to the unity found within nature's diversity. It reminds us that beneath our superficial differences lie fundamental resemblances rooted in evolutionary history. This thought-provoking visual representation invites us to contemplate the interconnectedness of all living beings on our planet while marveling at nature's ability to adapt similar anatomical structures for various functions across disparate environments.
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