Kingdoms of Life

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What is the main characteristic of the Archae kingdom?

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The Archae kingdom consists of prokaryotic organisms that often live in extreme environments.

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What are the main characteristics of the Plantae kingdom?

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The Plantae kingdom includes multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that perform photosynthesis and have cell walls made of cellulose.

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How many kingdoms are there in the classification of life?

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There are 6 kingdoms in the classification of life: Animalia, Plantae, Fungi, Protista, Archaea, and Eubacteria.

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What defines a eukaryotic organism?

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Eukaryotic organisms have cells with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the role of fungi in the ecosystem?

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Fungi are heterotrophic organisms that decompose dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What distinguishes protists from other kingdoms?

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Protists are eukaryotic organisms that do not fit into the plant, animal, or fungi kingdoms and can be unicellular or multicellular.

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What is a prokaryotic organism?

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Prokaryotic organisms are unicellular organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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Give an example of an organism from the Animalia kingdom.

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Examples include mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

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What is the primary difference between Eubacteria and Archaea?

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Eubacteria are common bacteria found in various environments, while Archaea are often extremophiles that thrive in extreme conditions.

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What type of organisms are found in the Fungi kingdom?

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The Fungi kingdom includes organisms such as mushrooms, molds, and yeasts that are heterotrophic and have cell walls made of chitin.