Animals & Classification Review

Front

What are the three main characteristics that animals must possess in the Animal Kingdom?

Back

Eukaryotic, multicellular, heterotroph.

Front

Which kingdom consists of organisms that feed off dead or decaying organisms?

Back

Fungi.

Front

What is the science of identifying and naming organisms called?

Back

Taxonomy.

Front

Which phylum do snails belong to?

Back

Mollusk.

Front

In the scientific name *Canis lupus*, what is the genus name?

Back

Canis.

Front

What is the primary mode of nutrition for animals?

Back

Heterotrophy.

Front

What type of organisms are classified under the kingdom Fungi?

Back

Organisms that decompose organic material.

Front

What is the difference between autotrophs and heterotrophs?

Back

Autotrophs produce their own food, while heterotrophs consume other organisms.

Front

What is the role of taxonomy in biology?

Back

Taxonomy classifies and organizes living organisms into groups.

Front

Name one characteristic that distinguishes arthropods from other phyla.

Back

Exoskeleton.