Patterson Unit 7 Domains of Life Test Review

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What are the three domains of life?

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Archaea, Bacteria, Eukarya

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How are organisms classified in the Linnaean system?

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Organisms are classified into different kingdoms based on their characteristics.

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What is the correct order of the Linnaean classification system?

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kingdom --> phylum --> class --> order --> family --> genus --> species

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What are three pathogens that cause infectious diseases?

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bacteria, fungi, and parasites

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What is a dependent variable in an experiment?

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The dependent variable is the outcome that is measured, such as the number of times the mouse finds the cheese.

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What is the definition of a kingdom in biological classification?

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A kingdom is a high-level category in the biological classification system that groups together organisms with similar fundamental traits.

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What is the difference between Archaea and Bacteria?

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Archaea are single-celled organisms that often live in extreme environments, while Bacteria are also single-celled but are found in more diverse environments.

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What is the role of fungi in ecosystems?

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Fungi decompose organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is a pathogen?

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A pathogen is an organism that causes disease in another organism.

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What is the significance of the genus in classification?

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The genus is a group of species that are closely related and share a common ancestor.