Explain the Difference Between Phylogeny and Taxonomy

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Essay

Explain the difference between phylogeny and taxonomy. Be sure to differentiate between monophyletic, paraphyetic and polyphyletic groups in your answer.

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Definitions:

Friendships

Relationships based on mutual affection, respect, and trust, typically offering companionship and support between individuals.

Evolutionary Pressure

Forces or factors that influence the chances of survival and reproductive success of organisms, leading to natural selection and evolution.

Successful Pregnancy

A pregnancy that results in the birth of a living infant who is carried to full term without significant complications.

Replacement Level

The fertility rate at which a population exactly replaces itself from one generation to the next, without migration.