Taxonomy

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What is Taxonomy?

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

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What are the main kingdoms in the classification of life?

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The main kingdoms are: Eubacteria, Archaea, Fungi, Protists, Plants, and Animals.

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What is a Eukaryotic cell?

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A Eukaryotic cell is a type of cell that has a nucleus and organelles, and its DNA is enclosed within the nucleus.

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What is a Prokaryotic cell?

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A Prokaryotic cell is a simple cell without a nucleus or organelles, and its DNA is not enclosed.

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What is an Autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that can produce its own food, typically through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.

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What is a Heterotroph?

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A heterotroph is an organism that cannot make its own food and must consume other organisms for energy.

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What are the characteristics of living things?

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The characteristics of living things include having cells, needing energy and water, growing and developing, reproducing, and responding to their environment.

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What is the difference between Unicellular and Multicellular organisms?

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Unicellular organisms consist of a single cell, while multicellular organisms are made up of multiple cells.

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What is the role of Fungi in an ecosystem?

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Fungi decompose organic material, recycle nutrients, and can form symbiotic relationships with plants.

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What is a species?

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