Which of the following is NOT one of the five kingdoms used to classify living organisms?
SCI7 Understanding classification.

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Animalia
Plantae
Fungi
Bacteria
Answer explanation
Bacteria is not one of the five kingdoms used to classify living organisms. The five kingdoms are Animalia, Plantae, Fungi, Protista, and Monera.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of a dichotomous key?
To show the evolutionary relationships between organisms
To classify organisms based on hierarchical traits
To identify organisms using a series of yes/no questions
To list all known species of plants and animals
Answer explanation
The primary purpose of a dichotomous key is to identify organisms using a series of yes/no questions.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes a hierarchical classification system?
A system that classifies organisms into groups based on shared characteristics
A system that uses a single characteristic to separate organisms into two groups
A system that ranks organisms based on their size
A system that organizes organisms randomly
Answer explanation
A hierarchical classification system is a system that classifies organisms into groups based on shared characteristics.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a dichotomous key, what does each step consist of?
A single question with multiple answers
Two statements, one of which applies to the organism being identified
A list of all possible characteristics of an organism
A detailed description of the organism's habitat
Answer explanation
In a dichotomous key, each step consists of two statements, one of which applies to the organism being identified.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does a dichotomous classification system differ from a hierarchical classification system?
A dichotomous system uses a branching method, while a hierarchical system uses a linear method
A dichotomous system is used for living organisms, while a hierarchical system is used for non-living things
A dichotomous system is simpler and less detailed than a hierarchical system
A dichotomous system is used for identification, while a hierarchical system shows relationships and ranks
Answer explanation
A dichotomous system is used for identification, while a hierarchical system shows relationships and ranks
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which kingdom do mushrooms belong to?
Animalia
Plantae
Fungi
Protista
Answer explanation
Mushrooms belong to the Fungi kingdom. Fungi is the correct choice as mushrooms are not classified as animals or plants, but as a separate kingdom.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main advantage of using a dichotomous key?
It provides a detailed evolutionary history of the organism
It allows for quick and accurate identification of organisms
It can classify organisms into a large number of categories
It helps in understanding the genetic makeup of an organism
Answer explanation
The main advantage of using a dichotomous key is that it allows for quick and accurate identification of organisms.
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