Classification

In the classification of life on Earth, which of the following categories is considered a domain?

• Archaeabacteria

• EuBacteria

• Prokaryotes

• Eukarya

 In a biology class, the teacher explains that eukaryotic cells, unlike prokaryotic cells, have no nucleus or membrane bound organelle.

• True

• False

In a biology class, students are asked to identify which kingdom includes organisms that are capable of photosynthesis, are multicellular, and contain chlorophyll. Which kingdom do they belong to?

• Plantae

• Protista

• Animalia

• Fungi

During a forest cleanup, volunteers noticed that certain organisms are breaking down dead trees and leaves, effectively cleaning up the forest floor. Which kingdom do these organisms belong to, often referred to as the recyclers of the earth?

• Plant

• Fungi

• Eubacteria

• Both fungi and animalia

In the world of biology, what is the term for the process of identifying, classifying, and naming organisms?

• Taxidermy

• Taxonomy

• Classification

• Kingdoms

Imagine a tiny bacterium floating in a drop of water. This bacterium, like all prokaryotes, has no nucleus or membrane-bound organelles.

• True

• False

In a high school biology class, students are asked to identify which kingdom contains the most complex organisms for their project. Which kingdom should they choose?

• Animalia

• Protista

• Plantae

• Eubacteria

In a forest ecosystem, which characteristic does a typical mushroom NOT have?

• Multicellular

• Heterotroph

• Chlorophyll

• Absorbs nutrients

In a high school biology class, which kingdom is often referred to as the 'junk drawer' due to its diverse organisms that don't fit neatly into other categories?

• Fungi

• Animalia

• Archaebacteria

• Protista

In a biology class, what tool would students use to classify a leaf found on their campus?

• To open doors

• To identify organisms

• To identify organisms illnesses

• To lock a door