A Taxon That Contains Organisms That Do Not Share a Common

question 96

Multiple Choice

A taxon that contains organisms that do not share a common ancestor is called

• A) a clade.
• B) monophyletic.
• C) polyphyletic.
• D) homologous.
• E) homoplastic.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Toxic Chemicals

Substances that can cause harm to organisms through chemical reactions or other processes when they enter the environment or the body.

Industrial Contamination

Pollution originating from industrial activities that adversely affects the environment, including the air, water, and soil.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical model proposed by Hans Selye that describes the body's physiological response to stress in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Resistance To Stress

The ability to withstand or cope with stressful conditions without succumbing to their negative effects.