1.3 CLASSIFICATION AND SPECIES Flashcards
1
Q
What is classification?
A
- Sorting organisms into groups using their similarities and differences
- Helps to identify various organisms by looking at their characteristics
2
Q
What are species?
A
Group of organisms that produce fertile offspring
3
Q
What is dichotomous key?
A
Identifies organisms using simple questions about their features
4
Q
What is first part Latin name?
A
Similar species have similar first names
5
Q
What is second part Latin name?
A
If the same, it’s the same species
