Biology
Assertion. The analogous organ to the vermiform appendix in herbivorous mammals is quite helpful in digesting cellulose. But it is considered a vestigial organ in humans.
Reason. Vermiform appendix is a wide worm-like tubular structure, projecting from the blind part of the colon (a part of large intestine). Its function is the same as that of the colon, i.e., absorption of water and some remnants of digested food.
- Both A and R are True
- Both A and R are False
- A is True and R is False.
- A is False and R is True.
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Answer
A is True and R is False.
Explanation
Vermiform appendix is a small and narrow worm-like tubular structure, projecting from the blind part of the colon. It is a vestigial organ in humans having no function.
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