Taxonomy Adv Quiz-20

The levels of classification in order from MOST inclusive to LEAST are:

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Scientists isolate this organism from marsh water. Based on this illustration, the organism would most likely classified as a

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Students research unicellular, prokaryotic organisms that live in harsh environments such as volcanic hot springs, brine pools, and anaerobic black organic mud.

Which of these groups are the students most likely researching?

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Mammals are multicellular organisms with about 3 billion base pairs in their genome. Yeasts are single- celled organisms with about 13 million base pairs in their genome. Both of these groups are classified as eukaryotes because they:

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Scientists around the world use a standardized taxonomic system. Why would scientists want to use a taxonomic system that is standardized?

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What is the scientific name of the organism below?

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Every organism is called by a two word Latin name representing its?

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What is the correct way to show the scientific name of a lion?

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Which of these organisms below is most closely related to the dog?

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Cyanobacteria are a phylum of eubacteria that contain chlorophyll. Which statement below about Cyanobacteria is correct?

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