Biology: Understanding Evolutionary Evidence
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What is the term for the study of evolutionary relationships among organisms?

  • Cladistics
  • Binomial Nomenclature
  • Phylogeny (correct)
  • Taxonomy

Which ancient Greek philosopher developed the first widely accepted system of biological classification?

  • Galileo Galilei
  • Charles Darwin
  • Aristotle (correct)
  • Carolus Linnaeus

What is the term for structures that have different mature forms in different organisms, but develop from the same embryonic tissue?

  • Homologous body structures (correct)
  • Taxa
  • Derived traits
  • Vestigial organs

Which taxonomic category is the largest and most inclusive?

<p>Kingdom (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the standard two-part system for naming organisms?

<p>Binomial Nomenclature (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the branch of biology that groups and names organisms based on studies of their different characteristics?

<p>Taxonomy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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