Taxonomy/Kingdoms

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What is taxonomy?

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Taxonomy is the science of classifying and naming organisms based on shared characteristics.

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What are the 8 levels of classification in taxonomy?

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The 8 levels of classification from broadest to most specific are: Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.

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What is binomial nomenclature?

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Binomial nomenclature is a formal system of naming species by giving each a name composed of two parts: the genus name and the species name.

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Which level of taxonomy indicates the closest relationship between organisms?

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The species level indicates the closest relationship between organisms.

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What is a cladogram?

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A cladogram is a diagram that shows the evolutionary relationships among a group of organisms.

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What is the purpose of classification in biology?

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The purpose of classification is to organize and categorize living organisms to understand their relationships and characteristics.

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What is the difference between a genus and a species?

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A genus is a group of closely related species, while a species is the most specific level of classification that identifies a single type of organism.

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What is the highest taxonomic rank?

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The highest taxonomic rank is Domain.

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What does the term 'phylogeny' refer to?

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Phylogeny refers to the evolutionary history and relationships among species or groups of organisms.

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What is the significance of a common ancestor in taxonomy?

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A common ancestor indicates that two or more species share a lineage and have evolved from a shared ancestor.