Bio Chapter 11 QUEST

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What is the defining characteristic of the class Amphibia?

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Amphibians are characterized by their ability to live both in water and on land, typically undergoing metamorphosis from a larval stage to an adult form.

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Why is Latin used in scientific naming of organisms?

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Latin is a dead language, which means it does not change over time, providing stability in naming. It was widely known among scholars, making it a universal language for scientific communication.

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What is the significance of the term 'Osteichthyes'?

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Osteichthyes refers to the class of fish that have a bony skeleton, distinguishing them from cartilaginous fish like sharks.

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What does the term 'heterotrophic' mean?

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Heterotrophic organisms cannot produce their own food and must consume other organisms for energy.

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What is the difference between species and genus in biological classification?

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A genus is a group of closely related species, while a species is the most specific level of classification, representing individuals that can interbreed.

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What is the role of a taxonomist?

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A taxonomist is a scientist who classifies and names organisms, organizing them into a hierarchical structure based on shared characteristics.

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What is the importance of the scientific name of an organism?

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The scientific name provides a unique and universally accepted way to identify an organism, reducing confusion caused by common names.

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What are the two main kingdoms of heterotrophic organisms?

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The two main kingdoms with only heterotrophic members are Fungi and Animalia.

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What does the term 'metamorphosis' refer to in amphibians?

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Metamorphosis is the process by which amphibians undergo a transformation from a larval stage (like a tadpole) to an adult form (like a frog).

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What is the significance of the phrase 'usually lacking claws' in biological classification?

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This phrase acknowledges that while most members of a group may lack a certain feature (like claws), there can be exceptions, which is important for accurate classification.