________ Makes It Possible to Trace Phylogenies Among Microbial Groups

question 38

Multiple Choice

________ makes it possible to trace phylogenies among microbial groups for which there is no fossil record.

• A) Convergent evolution
• B) Using vertebrate outgroups
• C) Horizontal gene transfer
• D) Molecular systematics

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Definitions:

Historical Forces

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Colonialism

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Racial Groups

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