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Phylogeny of Insects.

Authors :
Cranston, Peter S.
Gullan, Penny J.
Source :
Encyclopedia of Insects; 2003, p882-898, 17p, 10 Diagrams
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

An encyclopedia entry for the "Phylogeny of Insects" is presented. It characterizes the groups Hexapoda, that consists the Protura, Collembola, and Diplura, the Archaeognatha, the Zygentoma, and the Pterygota. Also explained are the relationships of the Hexapoda to other Arthropoda. Among the terms defined in the entry are apomorphy, cladogram, and synapomorphy.

Details

Language :
English
ISBNs :
9780125869904
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Encyclopedia of Insects
Publication Type :
Book
Accession number :
34272902