Unit 2 Assessment: Life As We Know It

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What is the scientific name format for organisms?

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The scientific name format for organisms is binomial nomenclature, which includes the genus name followed by the species name, both italicized.

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What is the correct way to write the scientific name of a house cat?

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The correct way is Felis domesticus.

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What is the genus of the organism Heterodon platirhinos?

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The genus is Heterodon.

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What is monster #1?

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Monster #1 is Alienus quadlegicus.

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What is monster #5?

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Monster #5 is Alienus tritoothicus.

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What is monster #3?

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Monster #3 is Alienus fuzzicus.

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What does 'genus' refer to in biological classification?

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'Genus' refers to a rank in the biological classification system that groups together species that are closely related.

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What is the importance of italicizing scientific names?

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Italicizing scientific names helps to distinguish them from common names and indicates that they are Latin terms.

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What is the difference between genus and species in scientific classification?

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Genus is a broader category that includes multiple species, while species is a specific group of organisms that can interbreed.

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What is the scientific name for a common dog?

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The scientific name is Canis lupus familiaris.