Which of the Following Is a Limitation of the Use

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a limitation of the use of morphology in phylogenetic analysis?

• A) Some morphological variation has a genetic basis.
• B) Few morphological traits can be directly compared across distant taxa.
• C) Some taxa exhibit little morphological diversity.
• D) Both a and b
• E) Both b and c

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Definitions:

Acid Chloride

A class of organic compounds derived from carboxylic acids by replacing the hydroxyl group with a chlorine atom, used in organic synthesis.

Fischer Esterification

A chemical reaction that forms an ester upon the treating of an alcohol with a carboxylic acid in the presence of acid catalyst.

Acetic Acid

A clear, colorless liquid with a strong vinegar odor, widely used as a solvent and chemical reagent, particularly in the production of vinyl acetate monomer and acetic anhydride.

Cyclohexanol

A cyclic alcohol with the formula C6H11OH, characterized by a six-membered ring with a single hydroxyl group attached.