Six Kingdoms

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What are the six kingdoms of life?

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The six kingdoms are: Archaebacteria, Eubacteria, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.

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What is the defining characteristic of Fungi?

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Fungi are eukaryotic organisms that absorb nutrients from their environment, often decomposing organic material.

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What type of organisms are classified as Prokaryotic?

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Prokaryotic organisms are unicellular and lack a nucleus; examples include Archaebacteria and Eubacteria.

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What is a flagellum?

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A flagellum is a long, whip-like structure that helps some bacteria and protozoa move.

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What are examples of organisms in the Plantae kingdom?

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Examples include flowering plants like daisies and non-flowering plants like oak trees.

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What is the main difference between Archaebacteria and Eubacteria?

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Archaebacteria are often found in extreme environments and have distinct biochemistry compared to Eubacteria, which are more common.

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What is the role of Protista in the ecosystem?

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Protista includes a diverse group of organisms that can be autotrophic or heterotrophic, playing key roles in food webs.

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How do Fungi reproduce?

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Fungi can reproduce both sexually and asexually, often through spores.

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What is the significance of the Eubacteria kingdom?

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Eubacteria are essential for processes like nitrogen fixation and decomposition in ecosystems.

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What are the characteristics of the Animalia kingdom?

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Members of the Animalia kingdom are multicellular, eukaryotic, and typically heterotrophic.