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The organs which perform different functions but have the same basic structure are known as:

Homologous organs

These organs are similar in their basic structure but they perform different functions. For example- Forelimbs of bird are used for flying, whereas forelimbs of man are used for grasping (i.e. they have same basic structure of bones but perform different functions.)

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