PHYLOGENETIC RELATION
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Phylogenetic Relation.
Phylogenetic Relation - as a noun
(biology) state of relationship between organisms or groups of organisms resulting in resemblance in structure or structural parts
Example: "In anatomical structure prehistoric man shows close affinity with modern humans"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affinityExample Sentences
"Scientists use DNA analysis to determine phylogenetic relations between species."
"The study of phylogenetic relations helps us understand the evolutionary history of organisms."
"The phylogenetic relation between humans and chimpanzees is often studied."
"Bacteria with similar phylogenetic relations are grouped together in classifications."
"The field of phylogenetics focuses on unraveling the complex web of phylogenetic relations."
