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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