Organisms Are Constantly Evolving and Phylogenetic Relationships Can Be Reevaluated

question 41

Essay

Organisms are constantly evolving and phylogenetic relationships can be reevaluated.Refer to the phylogenetic tree to answer the following questions.

-Which groups are more closely related: lancelets and tunicates,or lancelets and hagfishes?

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Definitions:

Connectivity

The state or quality of being connected or interconnected, especially referring to the ability of devices or systems to link with each other.

Means of Production

The physical, non-human inputs like factories, machines, and raw materials used in the process of producing goods or services.

Class Exploitation

The manipulation or unfair use of a lower social class by a higher one, often for economic gain.

Parties

In Weber’s usage, are organizations that seek to impose their will on others.