Phylogenetic Trees Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of a phylogenetic tree?
A
Phylogenetic trees show evolutionary relationships.
2
Q
What is a clade?
A
A clade is a group of species sharing a common ancestor (e.g., birds and dinosaurs).
3
Q
What do phylogenetic trees represent?
A
They represent the evolutionary relationships between species.
4
Q
What is an example of two groups in the same clade?
A
Birds and dinosaurs.
5
Q
What is the significance of shared ancestors in a phylogenetic tree?
A
Shared ancestors define relationships within clades.
