Classification and Dichotomous Keys

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What is the first part of a scientific name called?

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genus

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What is the second part of a scientific name called?

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species

Front

What is a group of related families in biological classification called?

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order

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What is the term for the two-part naming system used in traditional classification?

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binomial nomenclature

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What is a major problem with traditional classification systems?

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They rely too much on similarities and differences and not enough on DNA evidence.

Front

What does modern classification rely on to determine degrees of relatedness?

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evolutionary descent

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What is the highest taxonomic rank in the biological classification system?

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domain

Front

What is the taxonomic rank below kingdom?

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phylum

Front

What is the taxonomic rank below family?

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genus

Front

What is the purpose of a dichotomous key?

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To identify organisms based on a series of choices that lead to the correct name.