Definition

A diagram that looks like a tree and shows how different species are related to each other based on their evolutionary history.

Example

The scientist used a cladogram to explain the evolutionary relationships between the different species.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a cladogram before?

No, I haven't! What is it exactly?

It's a diagram that shows how different species are related to each other.

That sounds really interesting! I'd love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cladogram is formed from "clado-" (from Greek "klados", meaning branch) and "-gram" (from Greek "gramma", meaning something written or drawn). A cladogram is a diagram that shows the relationships among various species based on their evolutionary history, represented as branches.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tree with branches representing different species — 'clado-' means branch, and '-gram' means something drawn. This helps you remember that a cladogram visually represents the branching relationships in evolution.

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