Comparing the Body Structures of Organisms to Find Evidence of a Shared

question 41

Multiple Choice

Comparing the body structures of organisms to find evidence of a shared evolutionary history is called ________.

• A)outgrouping
• B)physiology
• C)comparative anatomy
• D)analogous reconstruction

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Definitions:

Major Airways

The primary passages in the respiratory system, including the trachea and bronchi, that facilitate the flow of air to and from the lungs.

Intercostal Retractions

The inward movement of the spaces between the ribs during inspiration, a sign of respiratory distress indicating increased effort to breathe.

Expiratory Wheezes

High-pitched sounds heard with a stethoscope during exhalation, indicating airflow obstruction in the airways.

Tachypnea

Rapid breathing, which can be a sign of various conditions, including respiratory infections, congestive heart failure, or acidosis.