Taxonomy/Kingdoms- Test

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What is an example of a unicellular organism?

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Bacteria

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What is the science of describing, classifying, and naming living things called?

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Taxonomy

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What is the name of the organism that is most closely related to a dog?

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Wolf

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What kingdom does a microscopic, unicellular organism with a nucleus that can perform photosynthesis belong to?

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Protista

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What are the two main categories of organisms in taxonomy?

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Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

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What is the primary purpose of a dichotomous key?

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

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What is the difference between eubacteria and archaebacteria?

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Eubacteria are common bacteria found in various environments, while archaebacteria are often found in extreme environments and have distinct biochemistry.

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What is the role of taxonomy in biology?

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Taxonomy helps organize and categorize living organisms, making it easier to study and understand biodiversity.

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What is a characteristic feature of organisms in the kingdom Plantae?

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They are multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that perform photosynthesis.

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What is the significance of the classification system in biology?

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It provides a universal language for scientists to communicate about species and understand evolutionary relationships.