Evolutionary trees, also known as phylogenetic trees, are graphical representations of the evolutionary relationships among various species or other entities that are believed to have a common ancestor. These trees are crucial tools in the field of phylogeny, which is the study of the evolutionary history and relationships among individuals or groups of organisms.
Phylogeny involves the analysis of heritable traits, such as DNA sequences, morphology, and biochemical pathways, to infer the evolutionary relationships and histories of species. It aims to understand how different organisms are related to each other through their evolutionary paths. The primary goal of phylogenetic studies is to construct a tree of life, depicting the divergence of all life forms from common ancestors.
Notes Credit : Aditi Singh (B.Tech Biotechnology) 4th Year (NIMS University)
