A collection of closely related species that share a similar evolutionary history is a(n):
A)genus
B)family
C)class
D)kingdom

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A genus is a rank in the biological classification (the taxonomic hierarchy) that is higher than species and lower than family. It groups together species that are structurally similar or phylogenetically related, indicating they share a common ancestor not very far back in their evolutionary history.

A Collection of Closely Related Species That Share a Similar