Which substance indicates that green algae and plants form monophyletic lineage?
Correct answer: A. Genetic material
- A. Genetic material
- B. Lipids
- C. Protein
- D. Carbohydrates
Explanation
The correct answer is Genetic material. Genetic material, particularly DNA sequences, is used to trace evolutionary relationships and demonstrates that green algae and plants share a common ancestor, forming a monophyletic lineage. This shared genetic heritage is a more definitive indicator of their evolutionary relationship than other substances like lipids, proteins, or carbohydrates, which are present in many different organisms and do not specifically indicate common ancestry.
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