If We Are Interested in Conserving Phylogenetic Diversity, the Extinction

question 46

Multiple Choice

If we are interested in conserving phylogenetic diversity, the extinction of which group of species in the figure shown is a greater loss?

• A) B and I
• B) E, F, and I
• C) G and J
• D) B and C

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Definitions:

Lumbar

Pertaining to the lower part of the back or the five vertebrae in the lower spine.

Cervical

Pertaining to the neck or cervix in the human body.

Atlas

The first cervical vertebra of the spine, supporting the skull and enabling head movements.

Axis

The second cervical vertebra (C2) of the spine, which allows the head to rotate.