Phylogeny

usgb/faɪˈlɑːdʒəni/
noun

The history of the evolution of a species or group of organisms from earlier forms.

The phylogeny of modern birds traces back to ancient feathered dinosaurs.
Visual representation of "phylogeny" - The history of the evolution of a species or group of organisms from earlier forms.

Often appears as...

  • evolutionary phylogeny
  • phylogeny tree

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Neutral

general, biological, academic

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Contextual Use

Understanding phylogeny involves recognizing that it is a framework for the relationships between different species.

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Many biologists use phylogeny to illustrate evolutionary connections.
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Technical Terminology

In academic settings, it is important to be precise when using the term 'phylogeny' in research.

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Phylogeny can be confused with 'ontogeny', which describes an individual organism’s development.
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Interdisciplinary Relations

Phylogeny relates not only to biology but also to areas like anthropology and genetics.

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In anthropology, phylogeny can help trace the evolutionary history of human populations.
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