What feature of a phylogenetic tree shows a group of organisms that evolved from a common ancestor? A) host B) tree C) clade D) branch
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It shows the branching pattern of evolution, with each branch representing a lineage of organisms that share a common ancestor. A) Host: This term is not related to phylogenetic trees. It usually refers to an organism that harbors another organism (like a Show more…
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