Biological Classification and Phylogenetic Trees (Grade 12 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Flashcards
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Biological classification also known as
Biological classification also known as
Taxonomy
Homo sapiens meaning
Homo sapiens meaning
Wise man
Human Kingdom
Human Kingdom
Animalia
Human Class
Human Class
Mammalia
Human Order
Human Order
Primates
Human Family
Human Family
Hominidae
Phylogenetic tree shows
Phylogenetic tree shows
Evolutionary relationships between species via common ancestors
Root of phylogenetic tree represents
Root of phylogenetic tree represents
Common ancestor of all groups shown
Nodes/branching points show
Nodes/branching points show
Where speciation events occurred
Humans & chimps shared common ancestor when
Humans & chimps shared common ancestor when
5-6 million years ago