Classification
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What is classification in biology?
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Classification is the process of grouping living organisms based on shared characteristics and traits.
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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 a standardized system for naming and classifying organisms.
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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 the purpose of a taxonomic system?
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The purpose of a taxonomic system is to organize and categorize organisms to avoid confusion in their identification.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a phylogenetic tree?
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A phylogenetic tree is a diagram that represents the evolutionary relationships among various biological species based on their physical or genetic characteristics.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean for organisms to be closely related?
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Organisms that are closely related share a more recent common ancestor in their evolutionary history.
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What is a cladogram?
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A cladogram is a diagram that shows the relationships among organisms based on shared characteristics, illustrating their evolutionary pathways.
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