At the Root of the Tree of Life

question 75

Multiple Choice

At the root of the tree of life

• A) is the common ancestor of all life on Earth
• B) is the common ancestor of all mammals
• C) are viruses
• D) are human beings

Evaluate the importance of species diversity and the mechanisms that maintain it.

Discern the implications of species extinctions on community dynamics and ecosystem functions.

Understand the concept and differences between primary and secondary succession.

Identify factors that influence ecological succession and community structure.

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