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What distinguishes a monophyletic clade from other groups in phylogenetics?
What distinguishes a monophyletic clade from other groups in phylogenetics?
- It can include unrelated species
- It includes only extinct species
- It is defined by analogous traits
- It contains all descendants of a common ancestor (correct)
Which of the following is a consequence of reproductive isolation among species?
Which of the following is a consequence of reproductive isolation among species?
- Preservation of species boundaries (correct)
- Increased gene flow between species
- Formation of hybrid offspring
- Similar phenotypic traits due to convergence
Which term refers to the study of evolutionary relationships among biological groups?
Which term refers to the study of evolutionary relationships among biological groups?
- Taxonomy
- Phylogenetics (correct)
- Hierarchical classification
- Systematics
What is a significant advantage of using binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
What is a significant advantage of using binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
Which of the following describes a synapomorphy?
Which of the following describes a synapomorphy?
Which is an example of a characteristic attributed to sexual dimorphism?
Which is an example of a characteristic attributed to sexual dimorphism?
In the context of species concepts, what is a primary challenge faced in applying the biological species concept (BSC)?
In the context of species concepts, what is a primary challenge faced in applying the biological species concept (BSC)?
Which structure is primarily associated with the vocalization in birds?
Which structure is primarily associated with the vocalization in birds?
What is the primary focus of organismal biology when conducting scientific inquiry?
What is the primary focus of organismal biology when conducting scientific inquiry?
Which concept explains the arrangement of living organisms into groups based on shared characteristics?
Which concept explains the arrangement of living organisms into groups based on shared characteristics?
In reproductive isolation, what mechanism prevents two species from mating?
In reproductive isolation, what mechanism prevents two species from mating?
Which reproduction system illustrates a basic concept in organismal biology?
Which reproduction system illustrates a basic concept in organismal biology?
What is the main benefit of using binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
What is the main benefit of using binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
What defines a monophyletic clade?
What defines a monophyletic clade?
What challenge is commonly encountered when applying the biological species concept (BSC)?
What challenge is commonly encountered when applying the biological species concept (BSC)?
Which of the following traits is typically associated with sexual dimorphism?
Which of the following traits is typically associated with sexual dimorphism?
Which process does NOT result in reproductive isolation?
Which process does NOT result in reproductive isolation?
What is the primary role of the scientific method in organismal biology?
What is the primary role of the scientific method in organismal biology?
Which of the following is a key component in the structural organization of animals?
Which of the following is a key component in the structural organization of animals?
What is a primary benefit of the hierarchical nature of taxonomy?
What is a primary benefit of the hierarchical nature of taxonomy?
Which concept defines how organisms are isolated from one another due to different reproductive mechanisms?
Which concept defines how organisms are isolated from one another due to different reproductive mechanisms?
Which of the following statements about synapomorphies is true?
Which of the following statements about synapomorphies is true?
What is the meaning of 'ring species' in the context of speciation?
What is the meaning of 'ring species' in the context of speciation?
What best describes the relationship between homologous traits and monophyletic clades?
What best describes the relationship between homologous traits and monophyletic clades?
In which situation would reproductive isolation most likely be observed?
In which situation would reproductive isolation most likely be observed?
What is the main significance of binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
What is the main significance of binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
Flashcards
Binomial nomenclature
Binomial nomenclature
Two-part naming system for organisms (Genus Species).
Species concept
Species concept
Different ways to define a species (e.g., biological, morphological).
Reproductive isolation
Reproductive isolation
Barriers preventing interbreeding between species.
Homologous traits
Homologous traits
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Synapomorphy
Synapomorphy
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Monophyletic clade
Monophyletic clade
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Phylogenetic tree
Phylogenetic tree
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Scientific inquiry
Scientific inquiry
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Hypothesis
Hypothesis
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Test
Test
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Theory
Theory
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Organism
Organism
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Organelle
Organelle
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Tissue
Tissue
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Organ
Organ
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Organ System
Organ System
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Taxonomy
Taxonomy
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Study Notes
Word Bank
- Fact: A verifiable piece of information
- Hypothesis: A testable explanation
- Test: An experiment to check a hypothesis
- Theory: An explanation supported by evidence
- Organelle: A small structure within a cell
- Tissue: A group of cells working together
- Organ: A structure formed from tissues
- Hierarchy: An arrangement of organisms in a ranked order
- Organ system: A group of organs working together
- Organism: A living thing
- Reproductive Isolation: Preventing interbreeding
- Genotype: Genetic makeup
- Phenotype: Observable traits
- Taxonomy: The science of classifying organisms
- Phylogenetics: The study of evolutionary relationships
- Hybrid: Offspring of two different species
- Polygyny: One male mating with multiple females
- Binomial Nomenclature: Naming organisms using genus and species
- Genus: A group of closely related species
- Species: A group of organisms that can interbreed
- Ring Species: A series of closely related species that can interbreed at either end of the series but not in between
- Zygote: A fertilized egg
- Cloaca: A common opening for excretion and reproduction in some animals
- Copulation: Sexual intercourse
- Sexual Dimorphism: Differences in appearance between males and females of the same species
- Extant: Existing today
- Extinct: No longer existing
- Female Choice: Selecting mates based on certain traits
- Feathers: Bird covering, for insulation/display
- Crop: Bird's food storage organ
- Hollow Bones: Lightweight bones in birds
- Iridescence: Colors changing with viewing angle
- Abiotic & Biotic Factors: Non-living and living factors impacting interspecific interactions
- Interspecific Interactions: Interactions between different species
- Mating Display: Visual or auditory displays in courtship
- Courtship: Behavior intended to attract mates
- Intraspecific Interactions: Interactions between the same species
- Thermoregulation: Maintaining body temperature
- Insulation: Preventing heat loss
- Tidal Respiration: One-directional breathing
- Syrinx: Avian vocal organ
- Tetrapod: Vertebrates with 4 limbs
- Ancestor: An organism from which other organisms have evolved
- Descendant: Offspring of an ancestor
- Synapomorphy: A shared derived characteristic
- Convergent (Analogous) traits: Similar traits evolved independently
- Homologous traits: Similar traits evolved from a common ancestor
- Monophyletic clade: Group including the common ancestor and all descendants.
- Paraphyletic Group: Group that includes common ancestor but not all descendants
- Polyphyletic group: A group of species that does not include their common ancestor.
- Vertebrate: Animal with a backbone
- Tetrapods: Vertebrates with four limbs
- Mammals: Warm-blooded animals, suckling offspring
- Amniotes: Group of vertebrates that reproduce on land
- Habitat Isolation: Different habitats prevent mating
- Temporal Isolation: Different mating times prevent mixing
- Behavioral Isolation: Different courtship behaviors
- Mechanical Isolation: Physical incompatibility prevent mating
- Gametic Isolation: Incompatibility of eggs and sperm
- Reduced Hybrid Fertility: Hybrid offspring that cannot reproduce
- Reduced Hybrid Viability: Hybrid offspring that do not thrive
- Hybrid Breakdown: Offspring of hybrids with reduced fitness
Important Concepts, Biological Groups, and Processes
- Scientific Inquiry: Using observations, hypotheses, experiments, and analyses for understanding.
- Organismal Biology: Study of living things
- Scientific Method: Forming hypotheses and testing them
- Genetic isolation: Prevents interbreeding
- Reproductive roles: A vital aspect of organismal survival.
- Feeding, mobility, body maintenance: Essential functions for survival and reproduction
- Structural Organization: Tissues, organs, and systems forming organisms
- Nomenclature: Classifying organisms
- Binomial Nomenclature: Naming organisms using two terms: genus and species
- Taxonomy & Phylogenetic Relationships: The classification and evolutionary relationships of species
- Species Concepts: Various approaches to defining species
- Reproductive Isolation Methods: Prezygotic and postzygotic barriers.
- Homologous traits: Sharing a common ancestor
- Convergent traits: Evolving similarities independently
- Synapomorphies: Shared derived features linking lineages in a cladogram
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