Classification of Living Things

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What is the main characteristic of the kingdom Fungi?

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The kingdom Fungi includes organisms such as mushrooms and yeast, which are primarily decomposers and absorb nutrients from their environment.

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Which domain includes all multicellular plants and animals?

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Eukarya is the domain that includes all multicellular organisms, including plants and animals.

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What does the term 'genus' refer to in biological classification?

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The genus is a rank in the biological classification system that groups together species that are closely related. For example, in Canis lupus, 'Canis' is the genus.

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What is the defining feature of the domain Archaea?

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The domain Archaea includes organisms that can live in extreme environments, such as hot springs and salty waters.

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Which kingdoms contain autotrophic organisms?

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The kingdoms Plantae and Protista contain autotrophic organisms, which can produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.

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What is the difference between autotrophic and heterotrophic organisms?

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Autotrophic organisms produce their own food (e.g., plants), while heterotrophic organisms obtain food by consuming other organisms (e.g., animals).

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What are the three domains of life?

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The three domains of life are Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is the significance of the binomial nomenclature system?

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Binomial nomenclature is a two-part naming system for organisms that includes the genus and species, providing a universal way to identify species.

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What type of organisms are found in the kingdom Plantae?

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The kingdom Plantae includes multicellular, autotrophic organisms that perform photosynthesis, such as trees, flowers, and grasses.