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What does a phylogenetic tree represent?
What does a phylogenetic tree represent?
- Average lifespan of different species
- Evolutionary relationships among different groups of organisms (correct)
- Current population sizes of different species
- Geographical distribution of organisms
What do nodes represent on a phylogenetic tree?
What do nodes represent on a phylogenetic tree?
- Individual organisms
- Common ancestors (correct)
- Environmental conditions
- Extinct species
Which statement best defines homology?
Which statement best defines homology?
- Similarity in traits due to mutation
- Similarity in traits due to environmental factors
- Similarity in traits due to convergent evolution
- Similarity in traits due to shared ancestry (correct)
What is binomial nomenclature used for?
What is binomial nomenclature used for?
How does hierarchical classification organize organisms?
How does hierarchical classification organize organisms?
What is the main purpose of organizing organisms into groups based on shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships?
What is the main purpose of organizing organisms into groups based on shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships?
In the domain Eukarya, which of the following is NOT a kingdom according to the text?
In the domain Eukarya, which of the following is NOT a kingdom according to the text?
How do homologous traits assist scientists in grouping organisms?
How do homologous traits assist scientists in grouping organisms?
Which component of Darwin’s Theory of Evolution emphasizes the differential survival and reproduction of individuals with advantageous traits?
Which component of Darwin’s Theory of Evolution emphasizes the differential survival and reproduction of individuals with advantageous traits?
What is the primary outcome of convergent evolution?
What is the primary outcome of convergent evolution?
Why are analogous traits not indicative of shared ancestry?
Why are analogous traits not indicative of shared ancestry?
Among the listed taxonomic levels, which one groups organisms based on similarities in anatomy and behavior?
Among the listed taxonomic levels, which one groups organisms based on similarities in anatomy and behavior?
"Unrelated or distantly related organisms independently evolve similar traits or characteristics" best defines which concept?
"Unrelated or distantly related organisms independently evolve similar traits or characteristics" best defines which concept?
"Over generations species undergo gradual changes accumulating adaptations to their environments" is associated with which component of Darwin’s Theory of Evolution?
"Over generations species undergo gradual changes accumulating adaptations to their environments" is associated with which component of Darwin’s Theory of Evolution?
"Different species face similar environmental challenges or selective pressures" is characteristic of what evolutionary phenomenon?
"Different species face similar environmental challenges or selective pressures" is characteristic of what evolutionary phenomenon?
