Genus

The video tutorial explains the concept of genus as part of the seven major categories used in biological classification. It details how living organisms are classified into Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species. The tutorial uses horses as an example to illustrate classification and discusses the characteristics of different genera like Canus, Aloe, and Equus. It emphasizes that biological classification is an evolving field with ongoing discoveries.

What is the primary purpose of biological classification?

• To separate plants from animals

• To name all living organisms

• To understand the similarities and differences among organisms

• To create a hierarchy of living organisms

Which of the following is NOT a member of the Canus genus?

• Lion

• Coyote

• Domestic dog

• Wolf

What does the Latin term 'Canus' mean?

• Bird

• Cat

• Dog

• Horse

Which characteristic is NOT associated with members of the genus Equus?

• Single toe protected by a hoof

• Multiple toes

• Herbivorous diet

• Long heads and necks

Why might the categories of living things change over time?

• Because scientists want to simplify the classification

• Because biologists make new discoveries

• Because animals evolve rapidly

• Because plants grow in different environments