Classification keys

Classification keys

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Science, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial explains how to identify unknown organisms using a classification key, a tool that involves answering a series of questions about an organism's physical characteristics. The process is demonstrated through an example of identifying a centipede by following a series of questions about its body segments and legs. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of careful observation and highlights the broader application of classification keys in identifying various invertebrates in a forest setting.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How did the classification key help in identifying the mysterious creature?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Can classification keys be used for all invertebrates? Explain your answer.

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