Taxonomy and Classification

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What are the two levels of classification used in scientific names?

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Genus and species.

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Which level of classification has organisms that share the most characteristics?

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Family.

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What is the science of describing, classifying, and naming living things called?

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Taxonomy.

Front

Which kingdoms correspond to the domain Eukarya?

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Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.

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What is the genus name in the scientific name Canis lupus?

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Canis.

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What is the highest level of classification in the hierarchy?

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Domain.

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What is the purpose of taxonomy?

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To organize and categorize living organisms.

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How many kingdoms are there in the current classification system?

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Six.

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What is the difference between Eubacteria and Archaebacteria?

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Eubacteria are true bacteria, while Archaebacteria are ancient bacteria that often live in extreme environments.

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What classification level comes after Kingdom?

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Phylum.