Classification of Living Organisms
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What is the classification of living organisms?
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The classification of living organisms is the systematic arrangement of organisms into groups based on shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships.
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What is a dichotomous key?
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A dichotomous key is a tool that allows the identification of organisms through a series of choices that lead the user to the correct name of a given item.
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What is binomial nomenclature?
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Binomial nomenclature is a formal system of naming species of living things by giving each a name composed of two parts: the genus name and the species name.
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Who is known as the father of modern taxonomy?
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Carl Linnaeus is known as the father of modern taxonomy for developing the system of binomial nomenclature.
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What are the two main criteria for classifying organisms?
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Organisms are classified based on similarities in physical features and evolutionary relationships.
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What is the significance of using scientific names for organisms?
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Scientific names provide a universal language for scientists, reducing confusion caused by common names.
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What is the highest taxonomic rank in the classification system?
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The highest taxonomic rank is 'Domain', which groups organisms based on fundamental differences in their cellular organization.
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