AP Biology (Mader), 11th Edition

Chapter 19: Systematics and Phylogeny

Learning Outcomes

19.1 Systematic Biology

1. Differentiate between taxonomy, classification, and systematic biology.
2. Reconstruct the levels of the Linnaean classification hierarchy.
3. Identify the genus and species of an organism from its scientific name.

19.2 The Three-Domain System

1. List the three domains of life.
2. Summarize two characteristics that define each of the three domains.

19.3 Phylogeny

1. Discriminate between ancestral and derived traits.
2. Interpret the evolutionary relationships depicted in a phylogeny.
3. List the types of traits used to construct a phylogeny.