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The Tree of Life

A tree of life is used as a model to demonstrate the various forms of life on our planet and describe the relationships among the different organisms.  These specimens can be living or extinct.  A tree of life is used to show at what point in history two specimens split apart from their last universal common ancestor.  A tree of life can show the classification of plants or animals and will usually include both classifications on one tree of life.

Check out the videos below to learn more!

Evolution & Classification of Life

Our Closest Living Relatives

Human Biology: Human Classification

Gene Comparison of Apes To Humans

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