Life Science Lab 10D- A Place for Everything.

Decide what group of objects you are going to identify. Write the name in the blank below.

(This can include things like, sports teams, fruits, School Supplies, etc.)

List at least 8 items to include in your classification based on the topic you chose. (For example: Vegetables: cucumber, carrots, peas, broccoli, etc.)

List three characteristics for each object in your group. (should have 24 total characteristics)

Example: Topic (fruit)

Object (Apple)

Characteristic (Round, stem, seeds)

Create a hierarchy chart for the information you have gathered. Start with your main topic and then list the eight topics underneath. Then list the three characteristics under those.

Are there any individual items in your group that could fit into more than one of your categories? Explain in 2 or 3 sentences.

Would classifying hoofed mammals and marine mammals as a group separate from other mammals be useful in making general statements about these animals? Explain.