Classification and Taxonomy Review

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What language are scientific names typically written in?

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Latin

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Which of the following is the broadest level of classification?

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Domain

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What is the tool used to help identify an organism's scientific name called?

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Dichotomous key

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What is the two-name system of classification called?

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Binomial nomenclature

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What name should be placed first when naming an organism (scientific name)?

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Genus

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What is taxonomy?

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The science of classifying organisms into groups based on shared characteristics.

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What is a species?

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A group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.

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What is a kingdom in biological classification?

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The second highest taxonomic rank, grouping together all forms of life.

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What is the difference between genus and species?

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Genus is the first part of the scientific name, while species is the second part.

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What is a phylum?

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A taxonomic rank below kingdom and above class, grouping organisms based on major body plans.