Taxonomy (dichotomous keys, classification, cladograms)

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What is a Prokaryote?

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An organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, typically unicellular, such as bacteria.

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What is a Eukaryote?

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An organism whose cells contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, including plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

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What is the largest taxonomic rank?

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Domain.

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What is the smallest taxonomic rank?

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Species.

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What are the three domains of life?

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Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya.

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What is a Dichotomous Key?

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A tool that allows the user to determine the identity of items in the natural world by answering a series of questions that lead to the correct name.

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What is a Cladogram?

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A diagram that shows the evolutionary relationships among a group of organisms, illustrating how species are related through common ancestry.

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Which domain includes organisms that can live in extreme environments?

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Archaea.

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What is the difference between Autotrophs and Heterotrophs?

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Autotrophs produce their own food (e.g., plants), while heterotrophs obtain food by consuming other organisms.

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What is the significance of Point C in a cladogram?

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It represents the common ancestor of the organisms being studied.