Biology Concepts: Linnaean System and Evolution

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What is the Linnaean System?

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A method of naming species and a hierarchical classification system for organisms.

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What is a taxon?

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A classification category consisting of multiple smaller, more alike groups.

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What is a scientific name?

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A binomial (two-part) Latin name for each species, consisting of a genus and species name.

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How is the genus name formatted in a scientific name?

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The first letter of the genus is capitalized, and the entire two-word binomial is italicized.

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What is the benefit of the Linnaean system?

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It prevents confusion that can occur when using common names.

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Describe the hierarchical structure of the Linnaean system.

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Organisms are placed in nested groups, with each successive level being increasingly less similar but more inclusive.

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What is a domain in the Linnaean system?

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A category consisting of similar kingdoms.

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What is a kingdom in the Linnaean system?

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A category consisting of similar phyla.

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What is a phylum in the Linnaean system?

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A category consisting of similar classes.

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What is a class in the Linnaean system?

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A category consisting of similar orders.