Lab 1 - Evolutionary Divergence

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Which taxonomic group has the greatest global species diversity?

  • Insects (correct)
  • Mammals
  • Angiosperms
  • Birds

Which of the following nutrient acquisition methods do fungi NOT utilize?

  • Symbiotic relationships with plants
  • Decomposition
  • Photosynthesis (correct)
  • Parasitism

Which statement about gymnosperms is correct?

  • They have both male and female cones. (correct)
  • They are a type of flowering plant.
  • They reproduce using seeds inside flowers.
  • They primarily reproduce using fruits.

What is true about the torpor state in white-footed mice?

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Which of the following statements about goldenrod crab spiders is true?

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Which taxonomic group is considered to be the oldest based on divergence order?

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Which of the following is NOT a claim made about amphibians?

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Among the following birds, which one has a distinct song known for its complexity?

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All bacteria are human pathogens and therefore are disease causing organisms.

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Nearly 1 in 3 angiosperms occurring in Ontario are considered non-native and/or invasive.

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Flashcards

Angiosperm Divergence Order

The order of divergence from most recent to oldest for the given plant groups: Angiosperms (1) ,Gymnosperms (2), Ferns (3), Insects (4) , Fungi (5)

Species Diversity Ranking

Insects (1) , Fungi (2), Ferns (3), Birds (4), Mammals (5) are ranked by species diversity from highest to lowest.

All Bacteria are Human Pathogens?

False. Not all bacteria are disease-causing organisms.

Gymnosperm Characteristics

Gymnosperms reproduce with cones, are also known as conifers, and have male and female cones.

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Non-Native/ Invasive Angiosperms in Ontario?

True. Nearly 1/3 of angiosperms in Ontario are non-native.

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Goldenrod Crab Spider Characteristics

Goldenrod crab spiders have a cephalothorax and abdomen, change color to match flowers, and ambush prey.

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Amphibians are Endotherms?

False. Amphibians are ectothermic (cold-blooded).

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Torpor in White-Footed Mice

Torpor is a short-term state of decreased physiological activity. It lowers metabolic rate and body temperature.

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Study Notes

Lab 1 - Evolutionary Divergence

  • Divergence order (most recent to oldest): Insects (4), Gymnosperms (2), Fungi (5), Angiosperms (1), Ferns (3)

Taxonomic Group Diversity Ranking

  • Highest to lowest global species diversity: Insects (1), Fungi (2), Ferns (3), Birds (4), Mammals (5)

Bacteria and Pathogens

  • All bacteria are human pathogens and disease-causing organisms. (True)

Fungi Nutrient Acquisition

  • Fungi obtain nutrients through:
    • Symbiotic relationships with plants
    • Decomposition
    • Parasitism

Gymnosperm Characteristics

  • Gymnosperms are not:
    • Also referred to as conifers
    • Plants that use flowers for fertilization
  • Gymnosperms include: The eastern white pine
    • Use cones for reproduction.
    • Have both male and female cones.

Ontario Angiosperms

  • Nearly 1 in 3 angiosperms in Ontario are considered non-native and/or invasive. (True)

Goldenrod Crab Spiders

  • Characteristics that are not true:
    • Goldenrod crab spiders build webs.
  • The statements that are correct are NOT listed.

White-Footed Mice and Torpor

  • Torpor is characterized by:
    • Lower metabolic rate
    • Environmental stress
      • Unable to regulate body temperature

Bird Song

  • Black-capped chickadees make one of the listed songs

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