Every node in a phylogenetic tree represents a(n) ________

A) common ancestor
B) extinction event
C) transitional form
D) sister species


A

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A. euploidy. B. aneuploidy. C. trisomy. D. monosomy.

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A. sternum B. skull C. vertebrae D. scapula E. ribs

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A ________ is a device used for growing mass cultures.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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