Give an Example of Two Groups of Organisms That Share

question 3

Essay

Give an example of two groups of organisms that share one or more similarities due to shared ancestry,and contrast this with an example of two groups of organisms that share one or more similarities because natural selection independently fashioned similar traits.Explain the shared ancestry and the selective processes that resulted in the similarities in each example.Be sure to use the scientific term for each set of similarities.Try to use examples other than those presented in your text.

Differentiate between autotrophic and heterotrophic organisms and their role in ecosystems.

Comprehend the flow of energy through ecosystems and the importance of primary production.

Recognize the impact of human activities on nutrient cycles and the atmosphere.

Understand the main sources and impacts of increasing greenhouse gases.

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Definitions:

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Collectivist

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Individualist

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