Cladistics: This is a method of classifying living organisms based on the most recent common ancestors. It's like organizing a family reunion based on who shares which grandparents.
These are structures in different species that have similar form or function due to shared ancestry. Like how you and your cousin might both have grandma’s nose!
This occurs when unrelated organisms independently evolve similar traits as they adapt to similar environments. It's like two unrelated people both becoming chefs because they live in food-loving cities.