Clade Characteristic Flashcard

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What is the Kingdom Protista known for?

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The Kingdom Protista contains mostly unicellular organisms that can be either heterotrophs or autotrophs and have a nucleus in their cells.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes?

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Eukaryotes have a nucleus, while prokaryotes do not.

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What are chloroplasts used for in plants?

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Chloroplasts are used for solar energy conversion through the process of photosynthesis.

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Which kingdom do multicellular organisms with specialized tissues belong to?

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Plantae.

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What type of organisms are found in the kingdom Archaebacteria?

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Prokaryotic organisms that can survive in extreme environments, such as high salt content.

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Name a characteristic of organisms in the kingdom Fungi.

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Organisms in the kingdom Fungi are primarily decomposers and have cell walls made of chitin.

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What is a defining feature of the kingdom Animalia?

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Organisms in the kingdom Animalia are multicellular, heterotrophic, and lack cell walls.

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Give an example of a unicellular organism in the kingdom Protista.

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Amoeba, Euglena, and Paramecium are examples of unicellular organisms in the kingdom Protista.

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What type of cells do eukaryotes have?

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Eukaryotes have complex cells with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the role of prokaryotic organisms in ecosystems?

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Prokaryotic organisms play essential roles in nutrient cycling, decomposition, and can also be pathogenic.