Clade
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.
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Neutral
monophyletic group, evolutionary branch, taxonomic classification
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.
Usage tips
Neutral
monophyletic group, evolutionary branch, taxonomic classification
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Context
In biology, understanding a clade helps in studying evolution and classification.
The clade of birds and reptiles indicates their shared ancestry.
Pro Tip 2/3Phylogenetic Significance
Clades are significant in phylogenetic trees used in ecology to show relationships.
Scientists analyze genetic data to define clades accurately.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Usage
While commonly used in biology, 'clade' can be applied in a wider context of family trees.
Understanding your family clade can be fascinating.
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Context
In biology, understanding a clade helps in studying evolution and classification.
The clade of birds and reptiles indicates their shared ancestry.
Pro Tip 2/3Phylogenetic Significance
Clades are significant in phylogenetic trees used in ecology to show relationships.
Scientists analyze genetic data to define clades accurately.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Usage
While commonly used in biology, 'clade' can be applied in a wider context of family trees.
Understanding your family clade can be fascinating.
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Context
In biology, understanding a clade helps in studying evolution and classification.
The clade of birds and reptiles indicates their shared ancestry.
Pro Tip 2/3Phylogenetic Significance
Clades are significant in phylogenetic trees used in ecology to show relationships.
Scientists analyze genetic data to define clades accurately.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Usage
While commonly used in biology, 'clade' can be applied in a wider context of family trees.
Understanding your family clade can be fascinating.
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