Unit 8: Classification, Viruses, and Kingdoms

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What does the theory of Endosymbiosis explain?

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The origin of eukaryotes.

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What species of tree has large brown cones and single sharp needles?

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Spruce.

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What is the most specific level of classification?

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Species.

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What characteristic is always true for all members of the plant kingdom?

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They are all autotrophic.

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What is the scientific name for an organism made from?

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Genus and species name.

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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, such as trees.

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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 the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus; eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the role of viruses in classification?

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Viruses are classified based on their structure, genetic material, and method of replication.

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What is autotrophy?

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The ability of an organism to produce its own food from inorganic substances.