Chapter 10// Classification + Evolution Flashcards
List the taxonomic hierarchy starting from the top
Domain Kingdom Phylum Class Order Family Genus Species
what does the length of the vertical lines on a phylogenetic tree represent?
How much time has passed since the species evolved from a common ancestor
Define classification
act of arranging organism into groups based on their similarities and differences
In classification, what is meant by hierarchal structure?
groups within groups
No overlap
What 2 words make up the binomial naming system in classification
genus + species
Homo sapien
What other evidence apart from observable characteristics can be used to classify organisms
- molecular evidence
- embryological evidence
- anatomical evidence
- behavioural evidence
What are the 5 kingdoms
🧫 Prokaryotae (bacteria) prokaryotic
👽 Protoctista (algae) eukaryotic cells
🍄 Fungi (shrooms, yeast,mould) eukaryotic
🌱 Plantae (ferns, Moss)
🐆 Animalia (insects, fish,reptiles, mammals)
Which kingdom lacks membrane-bound organelles?
Prokaryotae only
