Taxonomy & Dichotomous Keys

Taxonomy & Dichotomous Keys

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is taxonomy?

Back

Taxonomy is the science of classifying and naming organisms based on shared characteristics.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dichotomous key?

Back

A dichotomous key is a tool that allows the identification of organisms through a series of choices that lead to the correct name.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What language is primarily used for scientific naming of organisms?

Back

Latin is primarily used for scientific naming of organisms.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is binomial nomenclature?

Back

Binomial nomenclature is a two-part naming system for organisms, consisting of the genus name and the species name.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the genus name of an organism?

Back

The genus name is the first part of the scientific name and groups together species that are closely related.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the species name in binomial nomenclature?

Back

The species name is the second part of the scientific name and identifies the specific organism within the genus.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do taxonomists classify organisms?

Back

Taxonomists classify organisms based on physical characteristics, genetic information, and evolutionary relationships.

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