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2. Why would scientists classify in the same group organisms with homologous structures?

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Organisms with homologous structures are being classified in the same group in order to prove its association to a common ancestor. The evidence of similarities demostrates the same origin of development from a common ancestor. Such classification provide a better comprehension on diversity.

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