grade 11 m.1 The Science of Taxonomy

What is the primary focus of taxonomy?

• Classification of organisms

• Study of ecosystems

• Genetic engineering

• Conservation of species

Answer explanation

Who developed the modern system of taxonomy?

• Charles Darwin

• Gregor Mendel

• Carl Linnaeus

• Louis Pasteur

What is binomial nomenclature used for in taxonomy?

• To classify ecosystems

• To assign a two-part Latin name to species

• To study genetic mutations

• To map evolutionary pathways

How has molecular biology impacted taxonomy in recent years?

• By reducing the number of species

• By allowing analysis of genetic material in detail

• By eliminating the need for physical traits

• By focusing solely on common names

What tool do taxonomists use to depict evolutionary relationships?

• Genetic code

• Binomial nomenclature

• Phylogenetic tree

• Taxonomic key