You're Basically A Mushroom

The video explores the evolution of the classification of eukaryotes, highlighting the shift from traditional kingdoms to modern supergroups. It discusses the historical development of the tree of life, the impact of phylogenomics, and the discovery of new organisms. The current eukaryote tree is described as a work in progress, with ongoing research and classification challenges. The video emphasizes the importance of categories in understanding evolutionary relationships and the dynamic nature of scientific knowledge.

How do scientists use trees of life to understand evolutionary relationships?

Why is it said that the eukaryote tree of life is a work in progress?

What are some of the new supergroups identified in recent research?

What is the importance of finding the root of the eukaryotic tree?