Science 8 Taxonomic Classification

Which of the following is a correct hierarchy of taxonomic classification, from broadest to most specific?

• Class, Order, Genus, Family, Species

• Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species

• Domain, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species

• Kingdom, Class, Order, Phylum, Family, Genus, Species

Which taxonomic rank is the most inclusive and encompasses all other ranks?

• Species

• Genus

• Kingdom

• Class

In the Scientific name Homo sapiens, what does “sapiens” refer to?

• Genus

• Species

• Family

• Order

The taxonomic rank “Domain” is used to classify organisms based on:

• Anatomical similarities

• Genetic differences

• Habitat

• Feeding habit

Which kingdom in the six-kingdom classification system consist of organisms that are multicellular, photosynthetic and have cell walls made of cellulose?

• Animalia

• Fungi

• Plantae

• Protista

The Kingdom Animalia is characterized by organisms that:

• Are multicellular and heterotrophic

•  Obtain energy through photosynthesis

• Have cell walls made of chitin

• Lack of true nucleus

Which Kingdom in the six-kingdom classification system includes organisms that are eukaryotic, mostly multicellular and obtain energy through ingestion?

• Plantae

• Fungi

• Animalia

• Protista

he kingdom Fungi is characterized by organisms that:

• Are photosynthetic and unicellular

• Obtain energy through ingestion and are multicellular

• Obtain energy through absorption and have cell walls made of chitin

• Lack of true nucleus and are prokaryotic.

 Which of the following three domains includes organisms that are known for their ability to thrive in extreme environments such as hot springs and deep-sea vents?

• Archaea

• Bacteria

• Eukarya

• Animalia

Which domain in the three-domain system includes organisms that are characterized by their diverse metabolic capabilities, including photosynthesis, decomposition and nitrogen fixation?

• Archaea

• Eukarya

• Protista

• Bacteria