The Study of Phylogeny Predominantly Aims to

question 31

Multiple Choice

The study of phylogeny predominantly aims to

• A)understand the branching relationships of populations as they give rise to descendant populations over time.
• B)uncover evidence for natural selection.
• C)provide a theoretical basis for Darwin's idea of a branching pattern of descent with modification.
• D)All of the above

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Definitions:

Boron Trifluoride

A binary compound composed of boron and fluorine with the formula BF3, known for its role as a strong Lewis acid in organic and inorganic chemical reactions.

Hybridized

A concept in chemistry where atomic orbitals mix to form new hybrid orbitals for bonding, providing a more accurate description of molecular bonding and geometry.

FBF Bond Angle

Refers specifically to the bond angle in a molecule of BF3 (Boron Trifluoride), where the three atoms of fluorine are bonded to a central boron atom, typically close to 120 degrees due to the trigonal planar shape.

Single Bond

A chemical bond involving two atoms sharing one pair of electrons, represented by a single line between the atoms.