Classification and Taxonomy

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What is classification in biology?

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The process of organizing living organisms into groups based on shared characteristics.

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What is taxonomy?

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The science of naming, describing, and classifying organisms.

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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 broadest taxonomic category?

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Domain.

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What is the correct order of classification from the broadest to the most specific?

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Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.

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What are Archaeabacteria?

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A group of microorganisms that can live in extreme environments, such as hot springs.

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What are Eubacteria?

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True bacteria that are found in various environments and are characterized by their cell wall structure.

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What is a dichotomous key?

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A tool that allows the identification of organisms by answering a series of questions that lead to the correct name.

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What is the significance of the genus and species in classification?

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They provide the scientific name of an organism, with genus being the first part and species the second.

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What is the plant kingdom?

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A kingdom that includes all plants, characterized by their ability to perform photosynthesis.