Clade

usgb/kleɪd/
noun

A clade is a group of organisms that includes an ancestor and all its descendants.

In the study of phylogenetics, a clade is often used to illustrate evolutionary relationships between species.
Visual representation of "clade" - A clade is a group of organisms that includes an ancestor and all its descendants.

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Neutral

monophyletic group, evolutionary branch, taxonomic classification

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Biological Context

In biology, understanding a clade helps in studying evolution and classification.

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The clade of birds and reptiles indicates their shared ancestry.
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Phylogenetic Significance

Clades are significant in phylogenetic trees used in ecology to show relationships.

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Scientists analyze genetic data to define clades accurately.
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Common Usage

While commonly used in biology, 'clade' can be applied in a wider context of family trees.

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Understanding your family clade can be fascinating.
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