Question

Which is the best definition of a phylogenetic tree?

a table of classification that is based only on physical characteristics
eight levels of taxonomic categories that are used to classify organisms
a branching chart that depicts evolutionary relationship among organisms
organisms organized based on structure and genetic comparisons

Answer 1

Phylogenetic tree

It is also known as an evolutionary  tree.

This is a branching diagram showing evolutionary relationships among various biological species or other entities.

These differences are based on their similarities and differences in their physical and genetic characteristics.

It essentially shows their phylogeny.

From the above description the correct answer is :

a branching chart that depicts evolutionary relationship among organisms

Answer 2

The best definition of the phylogenetic tree among the given option is :

C) a branching chart that depicts the evolutionary relationship among organisms

A phylogenetic tree is a tree showing the evolutionary relationships among various biological species on Earth.

Their Phylogeny is based upon similarities and differences in their physical or genetic characteristics.