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What is a key aspect of phylogenetic trees?
What is a key aspect of phylogenetic trees?
- They always have an explicit timeline included
- They show the branching pattern of evolution (correct)
- They are immutable and cannot be changed once created
- They provide a snapshot of the current state of evolution
How do biologists use phylogenetic trees?
How do biologists use phylogenetic trees?
- To determine precise timelines for evolutionary events
- To define evolutionary classifications (correct)
- To depict the current characteristics of organisms
- To prove that evolution is a linear process
What is the purpose of binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
What is the purpose of binomial nomenclature in taxonomy?
- To assign unique names to species (correct)
- To classify organisms into domains
- To identify biological diversity
- To study evolutionary relationships
Why is it stated that science changes with new information in the text?
Why is it stated that science changes with new information in the text?
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In binomial nomenclature, what does the first part of the scientific name represent?
In binomial nomenclature, what does the first part of the scientific name represent?
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What type of chromosomes are found in some bacterial species according to the text?
What type of chromosomes are found in some bacterial species according to the text?
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What distinguishes the specific epithet in a binomial name?
What distinguishes the specific epithet in a binomial name?
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What is one way to determine if animals in different areas are the same or different species according to the text?
What is one way to determine if animals in different areas are the same or different species according to the text?
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Which taxonomic level is the highest in the hierarchical system?
Which taxonomic level is the highest in the hierarchical system?
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What is the distinguishing feature of Eukarya compared to Bacteria and Archaea?
What is the distinguishing feature of Eukarya compared to Bacteria and Archaea?
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