Systematics and Phylogenetic Trees Quiz
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What is the study of the diversification of living forms, both past and present, and the relationships among living things through time called?

  • Phylogenetics
  • Numerical systematics
  • Systematics (correct)
  • Biogeography
  • What are the two components of phylogenies?

  • Genetic makeup and environmental factors
  • Ancestral age and mutation rate
  • Geographical distribution and species diversity
  • Branching order and branch length (correct)
  • What does numerical systematics, or biometry, use to identify and classify animals?

  • Biological statistics (correct)
  • Anatomical features
  • Molecular characteristics
  • Geographical distribution
  • What did Carl Linnaeus use as the title of his book?

    <p>Systema Naturae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the word 'systematics' derived from?

    <p>The Latin word of Ancient Greek origin systema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which elements make up 96% of the human body's mass?

    <p>Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary metabolites that are considered biomolecules?

    <p>Proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the more general name for biomolecules?

    <p>Biological materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fields of study focus on the research of biomolecules and their reactions?

    <p>Biochemistry and molecular biology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are endogenous biomolecules?

    <p>Produced within the organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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