Taxonomy
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Biology
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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Taxonomy?
Back
The science of describing, classifying, and naming living things.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the 8 levels of classification in Taxonomy from broadest to most specific?
Back
Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why do scientists use scientific names for organisms?
Back
To have a common language that allows scientists to communicate clearly about species.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which two organisms are most closely related: Horse (Equus caballas) & Zebra (Equus burchellii) or Jellyfish (Cyanea artica) & Mud Starfish (Ctenodiscus crispatus)?
Back
Horse (Equus caballas) & Zebra (Equus burchellii) are most closely related.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which two animals are most closely related: House Cat and Red Fox, or Dog and Wolf?
Back
Dog and Wolf are most closely related.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of classification in biology?
Back
To organize and categorize living organisms based on shared characteristics.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Genus in Taxonomy?
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A rank in the biological classification that groups together species that are closely related.
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