What is a phylogenetic tree primarily used to show?

Phylogenetic Trees and Species Relationships

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The habitat of different species
The diet of different species
The evolutionary relationships among species
The migration patterns of species
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a horizontal phylogenetic tree, which direction does time move?
To the right
Downwards
Upwards
To the left
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a node in a phylogenetic tree?
A point where two lines meet, indicating a common ancestor
A leaf on the tree
A point where time stops
A branch that does not split
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you determine which species are most closely related in a phylogenetic tree?
By looking at the length of the branches
By counting the number of species
By identifying the most recent common node
By checking the color of the lines
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which species are most closely related according to the given example?
Chimpanzees and bonobos
Bonobos and gorillas
Chimpanzees and humans
Humans and orangutans
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does a node represent in terms of species development?
A point where two species diverged from a common ancestor
A point where a species went extinct
A point where a species migrated
A point where a species changed its diet
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which species are equally related to humans according to the example?
Chimpanzees and gorillas
Chimpanzees and bonobos
Gorillas and orangutans
Bonobos and orangutans
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