Classification of Living Things

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What is the scientific name of an organism composed of?

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A scientific name consists of a genus and species.

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What type of cells have a nucleus?

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Eukaryotes are cells that have a nucleus.

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What is the study of insects called?

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A scientist who studies insects is called an entomologist.

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Are organisms in the same phylum more alike than those in the same class?

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FALSE - Organisms in the same class are more alike than those in the same phylum.

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What is the highest level of classification in the biological hierarchy?

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The highest level of classification is the domain.

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What are the three domains of life?

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The three domains of life are Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya.

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What is taxonomy?

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Taxonomy is the science of classifying organisms.

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What is the difference between a genus and a species?

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A genus is a group of related species, while a species is a specific organism within that genus.

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What is the classification level below kingdom?

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The classification level below kingdom is phylum.

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What is the role of a taxonomist?

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A taxonomist is a scientist who classifies and names organisms.