Do the Five Trees Shown in the Figure Represent the Same

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Essay

Do the five trees shown in the figure represent the same or different relationships among the taxa numbered 1-4? Explain your answer.

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Definitions:

Macrophages

Large phagocytic cells found in essentially all tissues, responsible for consuming pathogens and dead or damaged cells.

Dendritic Cells

Immune cells that present antigens to T cells, initiating an adaptive immune response.

Secondary Lymphatic Organ

Sites where immune responses are organized, including lymph nodes, spleen, and tonsils, which filter lymph or blood and house mature lymphocytes.

Spleen

An organ adjacent to the stomach that filters blood, disposes of worn-out red blood cells, and helps fight infection.