The system by which organisms are named is referred to as

A. systematics.
B. naming.
C. nomenclature.
D. cladistics.


C

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Based on the phylogeny shown, choose the true statement about evolutionary relationships.  



A.  Ginkgo is more closely related to oak than rose.
B.  Oak is equally related to rose and pine.
C.  Fern is more closely related to pine than to rose.
D.  Fern is equally related to ginkgo and oak.

Clarify Question
· What is the key concept addressed by the question?
· What type of thinking is required?
· What key words does the question contain and what do they mean?
 
Gather Content
· What do you already know about cladistics?
 
Consider Possibilities
· Consider the different answer options. Which can you rule out?
 
Choose Answer · Given what you now know, what information and/or problem solving approach is most likely to produce the correct answer?
 
Reflect on Process
· Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?

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A __________ is a noncellular infectious particle with a protein coat enclosing DNA or RNA. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)

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Which of the following is a waste product of photosynthesis?

A) CO2 B) H2O C) O2 D) All of the above

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