2.8 Classification

Question 0

Species

Answer 0

Similar individuals that are different to other species. Can reproduce to give living fertile offspring

Question 1

Classification

Answer 1

Organisation of living organisms into groups

Question 2

Binomial system

Answer 2

Universal naming system, 1st is generic, 2nd is specific(lowercase)

Question 3

Why does naming change

Answer 3

Constantly making new scientific discoveries

Question 4

Phylogeny

Answer 4

Natural classification, based on evolutionary relationships and homologous characteristics…arranged in hierarchy

Question 5

Taxonomy

Answer 5

Biological classification, artificial. Based on useful differences at the time.

Question 6

Taxonomical rankings

Answer 6

Kingdom, phylum(body plan), class, order(common features), family, genus, species

Question 7

Difficulty in defining species

Answer 7

Artificial selection, extinction= lack of records, strike species, boundaries separating organisms