10.1 Classification Flashcards
1
Q
The taxonomic groups make up a Linnean classification system, list them in order of largest to smallest. (6 marks)
A
Domain
Kingdom
Phylum
Class
Order
Family
Genus
Species
2
Q
Why is using a classification system important? (1 mark)
A
Allows scientists to share research all over the world.
3
Q
Why do scientists classify organisms? (3 marks)
A
- To identify species
- To predict characteristics
- To find evolutionary links
4
Q
Species are named using b_________ n_____________. (1 mark)
A
Binomial nomenclature
5
Q
Why are the scientific, binomial nomenclature names (e.g. Homo sapiens more useful than common names (e.g. Human). (2 marks)
A
Common names can differ between countries, and don’t tell you anything about relationships between species or evolutionary characteristics.
