In This Region There Are Many Environmental Challenges Such as Poor

question 1

Multiple Choice

In this region there are many environmental challenges such as poor soils, desertification, soil erosion, deforestation, loss of ecosystems and

• A) water shortages
• B) earthquakes
• C) typhoons
• D) tornadoes

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Definitions:

Derived Homologies

Features shared by descendants of a common ancestor that have undergone evolution to serve new functions.

Synapomorphies

Shared derived characteristics or traits that are used to establish evolutionary relationships among species or groups.

Common Ancestor

The most recent individual from which all organisms in a group are directly descended.

Phylogenetic Systematics

A method of classifying organisms based on their evolutionary relationships, utilizing genetic, morphological, and other data to infer a "family tree" of life.