6 kingdoms

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What is the main characteristic that distinguishes the Fungi kingdom from others?

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Absorptive nutrition: Fungi obtain nutrients by absorbing organic matter from their environment.

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Which kingdom contains primarily single-celled organisms that are not classified as animals, plants, or fungi?

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Protista: This kingdom includes a diverse group of organisms, primarily unicellular, such as amoebas and paramecia.

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Which kingdom contains the majority of the bacteria that are found in common environments, such as soil and water?

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Eubacteria: This kingdom includes true bacteria that are found in various habitats.

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What is a characteristic of the Protista kingdom?

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Organisms in the Protista kingdom can be either unicellular or multicellular and often have a simple cellular structure.

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Which kingdom includes organisms that are primarily multicellular, photosynthetic, and have cell walls made of cellulose?

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Plantae: This kingdom consists of plants that perform photosynthesis and have cell walls composed of cellulose.

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What is the primary mode of nutrition for organisms in the Animalia kingdom?

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Heterotrophic nutrition: Animals obtain their food by consuming other organisms.

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What distinguishes Archaea from Eubacteria?

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Archaea are often extremophiles and have unique biochemistry, including different membrane lipids and ribosomal RNA.

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What type of organisms are included in the Fungi kingdom?

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Fungi include yeasts, molds, and mushrooms, which are primarily decomposers.

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What is the significance of the Plantae kingdom in ecosystems?

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Plantae are primary producers that convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis.

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How do Protists contribute to their ecosystems?

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Protists can be producers, consumers, or decomposers, playing various roles in food webs.