WHAT IS LIFE? LAUNCHPAD 12 MO. SUB.
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781319106348
Author: PHELAN
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Question
Chapter 12, Problem 5SA
Summary Introduction
To analyze:
Why analogous features pose problems for biologists while constructing a phylogenetic tree.
Introduction:
Phylogenetic trees are constructed using the similarities between organisms as a measure of how closely they are related to each other. Analogous features develop due to convergent evolution.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
Referring to the phylogenetic tree shown above, answer the following questions:
1. How many OTUs are included in the phylogenetic analysis?
2. How many clades are there?
3. What is an autapomorphic trait of the domestic cat? Explain why?
4. What is the shared derived trait (synapomorphy) in the Family Felidae? Explain why?
Within the field of phylogenetics, what does a “bootstrap value” represent? (write/make 3 points for this question)
How does a phylogenetic tree relate to the passing of time?
Some organisms that appear very closely related to a phylogenetic tree may not actually be closely related (Example. Sharks and dolphins). Why is this?
Chapter 12 Solutions
WHAT IS LIFE? LAUNCHPAD 12 MO. SUB.
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- With two specific examples, explain why phylogenetics is a useful scientific tool for studying Organismal biology?arrow_forwardWhy is it so important for scientists to distinguish between homologous and analogous characteristics before building phylogenetic trees?arrow_forwardCompare phylogenetic trees created using DNA data with phylogenetic trees created using chromosomal banding patterns. Which technique do you think is more valuable and why?arrow_forward
- All the information you need is provided.arrow_forwardI was given this and made a character matrix from it but I need help creating the most parsimonious phylogenetic tree for it.arrow_forwardWhich statement is usually true about phylogenetic trees? a) nodes represent points when traits have evolved b) branch tips that are next to each other are more closely related c) the branching pattern describes the hypothesized evolutionary relationships between the taxa d) the order of the branch tips (left to right) indicates which taxa are more advanced evolutionarilyarrow_forward
- Why is it important for scientists to distinguish between homologous and analogous characteristics before building a Phylogenetic tree?arrow_forwardWhat is the purpose of using an outgroup when reconstructing a phylogenetic tree? [at least mention 4 points]arrow_forwardwhat is a major problem with morphologically based analysis of wale placement in a phylogenetic tree ?arrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Concepts of BiologyBiologyISBN:9781938168116Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James WisePublisher:OpenStax College
Concepts of Biology
Biology
ISBN:9781938168116
Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise
Publisher:OpenStax College
Discovering the tree of life | California Academy of Sciences; Author: California Academy of Sciences;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjvLQJ6PIiU;License: Standard Youtube License