Taxonomy/Classification

Who is credited with creating the binomial nomenclature system?

• Charles Darwin

• Gregor Mendel

• Isaac Newton

• Carolus Linnaeus

What is the correct format for writing the scientific name of an organism?

• Both names lowercase and underlined

• Genus lowercase and species capitalized, both italicized

• Both names capitalized and italicized

• Genus capitalized and species lowercase, both italicized

Why are common names considered misleading in scientific classification?

• They are too complex

• They accurately describe the organism

• They can imply incorrect biological information

• They are universally recognized

What modern tool has improved the accuracy of taxonomy?

• Chemical tests

• Physical observation

• DNA analysis

• Microscopes

Which of the following is NOT a reason why DNA analysis is important in taxonomy?

• It reveals genetic relationships between organisms

• It is less accurate than physical classification methods

• It can correct misclassifications based on physical appearance

• It helps in identifying new species

Which taxon is the broadest category in the levels of classification?

• Domain

• Kingdom

• Genus

• Species

What mnemonic device is suggested to remember the order of taxonomy levels?

• Daring Kids Prefer Cheese Over Fried Green Spinach

• Do Keep Ponds Clean Or Fish Get Sick

• King Philip Came Over For Good Soup

• Dear King Philip Came Over For Good Spaghetti

Which domain includes organisms with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?

• Archaea

• Protista

• Bacteria

• Eukarya

How many kingdoms are most commonly recognized in current classification systems?

• Five

• Four

• Six

• Seven

What characteristic is NOT used to classify organisms into the domain Archaea?

• Lack of a nucleus

• Presence of peptidoglycan in cell walls

• Ability to survive in harsh environments

• Prokaryotic cell structure