If a new species of frog were discovered, which of the following characteristics would be BEST for determining its systematic relationship with other amphibians. a. The DNA sequence of its mitochondrial genes b. The diploid number of its chromosomes c. The number of eggs produced by the females d. The adult body size of the males e. The type of habitat in which it lives.

If a new species of frog were discovered, which of the following characteristics would be BEST for determining its systematic relationship with other amphibians. a. The DNA sequence of its mitochondrial genes b. The diploid number of its chromosomes c. The number of eggs produced by the females d. The adult body size of the males e. The type of habitat in which it lives.

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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Chapter24: Animals Ii: The Chordates

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Problem 6SA: Reptiles, including birds, belong to one major lineage of amniotes, and________ belong to another....

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