Classification and Taxonomy Review

Front

What is a group of organisms that share similar characteristics and can reproduce among themselves to have fertile offspring?

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Species

Front

What is a detailed list of identifying characteristics that includes scientific names?

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Dichotomous key

Front

What does the second word in a scientific name identify?

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Species

Front

What is the two-word naming system used in classification?

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Binomial Nomenclature

Front

Which taxonomic rank comes directly above 'Genus'?

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Family

Front

What is the highest taxonomic rank in the biological classification system?

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Domain

Front

What is the taxonomic rank that includes multiple species?

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Genus

Front

What is the process of classifying organisms into groups based on shared characteristics?

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Taxonomy

Front

What is the term for a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area?

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Population

Front

What is the scientific study of naming and classifying organisms?

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Nomenclature