Domains and Kingdoms

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What is the most specific term when classifying organisms?

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Species

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Is a domain the broadest term when classifying organisms?

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True

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What are the 6 kingdoms of life?

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Archaea, bacteria, fungi, animals, protists, plants

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Why are Protista considered their own kingdom?

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Because they have characteristics of plants, animals, or fungi.

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How many domains are there in the classification of life?

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3: Archaea, Eukarya, Bacteria

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What is the definition of a domain in biological classification?

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The highest taxonomic rank, which groups organisms based on fundamental differences.

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What are the three domains of life?

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Archaea, Bacteria, Eukarya

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What distinguishes the kingdom Animalia from other kingdoms?

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Animals are multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that are heterotrophic.

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What is the main characteristic of the kingdom Plantae?

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Plants are multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that are autotrophic and perform photosynthesis.

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What is the role of fungi in ecosystems?

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Fungi decompose organic material and recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem.