Levels of Classification

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What are the 8 levels of classification in modern biology?

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

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True or False: The more classification levels that organisms share, the more characteristics they have in common.

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True

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True or False: Organisms that are grouped together do not have shared characteristics.

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False

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What is the most specific level of classification?

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Species.

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True or False: Domestic Dog and Wolf Spiders are in the same kingdom.

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Yes.

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What is the purpose of classification in biology?

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To organize and categorize organisms based on shared characteristics.

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Define 'species' in biological classification.

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A group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.

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What is the difference between 'genus' and 'species'?

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Genus is a higher classification that includes one or more species.

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True or False: All organisms in the same kingdom share the same characteristics.

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False.

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What level of classification comes after 'phylum'?

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Class.