Match Each of the Following Terms with Its Definition or Description

question 37

Multiple Choice

Match each of the following terms with its definition or description.
-a product of convergent evolution

• A)monophyletic taxon
• B)polyphyletic taxon
• C)paraphyletic taxon
• D)homology
• E)convergent evolution
• F)homoplasy
• G)phylogeny
• H)apomorphy
• I)synapomorphy
• J)outgroup

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Definitions:

Amplitude

The height or strength of a wave (such as sound or light), reflecting the intensity of the signal.

Intensity

The degree of strength, force, or concentration of a particular quality or phenomenon.

Wavelength

The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially points in a sound wave or electromagnetic wave.

Job Scope

The breadth and depth of a job.