Biological Evidence and the Fossil Record

Question 1

For each statement, select the correct type of classification from the drop-down menu. classification is based on the similar appearance of species. is based on evolutionary relationships.

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A: Linnaean; B: Cladistics; C: Linnaean; D: Cladistics

Question 2

Identify the parts of a cladogram using the drop-down menus. Label A

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B: Clade

Question 3

Why are molecular clocks important in the construction of cladograms?

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C: They compare the number of mutations to determine how long ago species separated and evolved.

Question 4

Label B

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A: Node

Question 5

Which of the following explains your answer?

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C: Echinoderms and chordates are found on the same clade.

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