Classification of Life

Front

What is the process by which many-celled organisms grow?

Back

Cells multiply.

Front

To which kingdom does a dandelion belong?

Back

Plant Kingdom.

Front

What is the smallest taxonomic group that shares many characteristics?

Back

Species.

Front

What is the science of describing, classifying, and naming living things?

Back

Taxonomy.

Front

What term describes an organism made up of more than one cell?

Back

Multicellular.

Front

What is the term for organisms that can make their own food?

Back

Autotroph.

Front

What is the term for organisms that cannot make their own food and must consume other organisms?

Back

Heterotroph.

Front

What is the highest taxonomic rank in the biological classification system?

Back

Domain.

Front

What is the classification group that includes similar species?

Back

Genus.

Front

What is the term for a group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring?

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Species.