The Tree of Life

question 58

Multiple Choice

The tree of life

• A) traces back the evolution of all mammals to a common ancestor
• B) classifies organisms according to their physical appearance
• C) illustrates the biochemical and genetic relationships between the different domains of life
• D) is a name for the first organism from which all life originated

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Definitions:

Social Institutions

Structured systems and frameworks of social order and cooperation governing the behavior of a set of individuals within a given human community.

Structural Functionalist Theory

An approach in sociology that considers society to be a detailed system where all elements collaborate to ensure cohesion and equilibrium.

World War II

A global conflict that took place between 1939 and 1945, involving most of the world's nations and marked by significant events, including the Holocaust and the use of atomic bombs.

Segmentary Differentiation

A concept in sociology and anthropology referring to the division and organization of society into hierarchically arranged segments.