CA 7

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What is taxonomy in biology?

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Taxonomy is the science of classifying and naming organisms based on shared characteristics.

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Why is taxonomy important in biology?

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Taxonomy is important because it aids in the conservation of species and helps scientists communicate about different organisms.

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What is a chemical property?

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A chemical property is a characteristic of a substance that can only be observed during a chemical reaction, such as enzyme activity.

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

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

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What role do physical characteristics play in the classification of plants?

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Physical characteristics help in identifying the plant's species.

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What is an example of a chemical property used in classification?

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Enzyme activity is an example of a chemical property used in the classification of organisms.

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What does the term 'species' refer to in taxonomy?

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

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What is the significance of chemical properties in classification?

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Chemical properties provide information about the organism's genetic makeup.

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What is the difference between physical and chemical properties?

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Physical properties can be observed without changing the substance, while chemical properties can only be observed during a chemical change.

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How does taxonomy help in conservation efforts?

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Taxonomy helps in conservation by identifying and classifying species that need protection.