Classification Review (2022)

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What kingdom do prokaryotic organisms that are found everywhere belong to?

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Eubacteria

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What is the system for giving organisms a scientific name called?

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Binomial nomenclature

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What kingdom do eukaryotic, heterotrophic organisms with cell walls that decompose other organisms belong to?

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Fungi

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Why is it important to have a taxonomic system?

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In order to avoid confusion with identifying organisms.

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Who is known as the father of taxonomy?

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Carolus Linnaeus

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What are the two main types of bacteria?

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Eubacteria and Archaebacteria.

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What is the primary difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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What is taxonomy?

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The science of classifying organisms into groups based on shared characteristics.

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What is the significance of Latin names in taxonomy?

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They provide a universal language for scientists to identify and communicate about species.

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What is an example of a eukaryotic organism?

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Fungi, plants, and animals.