Cladogram and Dichotomous Key Vocabulary

What is convergent evolution?

• The evolution of different traits in unrelated organisms

• The evolution of similar traits in unrelated organisms

• The evolution of different traits in related organisms

• The evolution of similar traits in related organisms

What is evolution?

• The sudden appearance of new species

• The extinction of species

• The change in inherited traits of a population over many generations

• The migration of organisms between habitats

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What do amino acids combine to form?

• Nucleic acids

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Lipids

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What is a single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP)?

• A difference in the number of chromosomes among individuals

• A difference in a nucleotide in a specific location that varies among individuals

• A type of mutation affecting multiple nucleotides

• A type of mutation only found in plants

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What is a dichotomous key?

• A classification subdivision of a family of organisms

• A method of classification based on morphological or molecular similarity

• A series of question or statement sets used to identify organisms or objects

• A branching diagram that shows the hypothesized relationship between organisms

What is the definition of "morphological"?

• Relating to the physical structure of organisms

• Relating to genetic mutations

• Relating to behavioral patterns

• Relating to ecological interactions

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What defines a species?

• Their size and color

• Their capability to adapt

• Their ability to interbreed and produce fertile offspring

• Their geographic location

What is a dichotomous key used for?

• Identifying unfamiliar organisms

• Analyzing genetic sequences

• Classifying ecological niches

• Measuring behavioral traits

What is an adaptation?

• A sudden mutation

• A change in behavior

• A change that makes an organism better suited to its environment

• A temporary response to stimuli

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What is a clade?

• A group of unrelated organisms

• A group of organisms with no common ancestor

• A group of organisms believed to have evolved from the same common ancestor

• A group of closely related species

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