Br: Cladograms and Dichotomous Keys

Br: Cladograms and Dichotomous Keys

Assessment

Flashcard

Biology

9th Grade

Hard

Created by

Wayground Content

FREE Resource

Student preview

quiz-placeholder

15 questions

Show all answers

1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a cladogram?

Back

A cladogram is a diagram that shows the evolutionary relationships among various biological species based on similarities and differences in their physical or genetic characteristics.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dichotomous key?

Back

A dichotomous key is a tool that allows the identification of organisms by answering a series of questions that lead the user to the correct name of a given item.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What characteristics are used to identify the American Robin?

Back

Head color, Beak shape, and Beak Color.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which organism is most distantly related to humans according to a cladogram?

Back

Crayfish.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What features might indicate a Spruce tree?

Back

Large brown cones and single sharp needles.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What common characteristic do all animals to the right of the hagfish have?

Back

Jaws.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of using a dichotomous key in biology?

Back

It helps in the accurate identification of species based on observable traits.

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?