Evolution Vocab

3. Preserved remains or evidence of an ancient organism
4. The largest group in Linnaeus’ classification group
5. Second name in the binomial nomenclature (scientific name) of an organism
8. Diagram that shows an evolutionary relationship among a group of organisms
11. Naming system in which each species is given a two-part scientific name (genus species) using Latin words
12. Body part that is similar in structure on different organisms but perform different functions
13. Inherited characteristic that helps an organism survive
16. A tool used to identify unknown organisms based on their physical characteristics
18. Ability of an organism to survive and reproduce in its environment

1. The direct ancestor of multiple organisms or individuals
2. Referring to a species that has died out
3. Beneficial; pointing towards success
6. To change over time
7. Science of classifying and naming organisms
9. Process by which individuals best suited to their environment survive and reproduce most successfully
10. First name in the binomial nomenclature (scientific name) of an organism
14. The largest modern classification group
15. The study of the formation and development of an embryo and fetus.
17. Differences in members of a population