Classification Flashcards
1
Q
What does classification do?
A
Groups organisms by comparing their similarities and differences.
2
Q
Who invented the three- domain system?
A
Carl Woese
3
Q
Name the three domains in the three domain system and what they do?
A
Archea- primitive bacteria- live in extreme environments.
Bacteria- true bacteria.
Eukaryota- protists, fungi, plants and animals.
4
Q
Who invented the traditional classification system?
A
Carl Linneas.
5
Q
What is the linean system categorised by?
A
Categorises organisms based on their structure and characteristics.
6
Q
Name the 7 different classification groups?
A
Kindom Phylum Class Order Family Genus Species
7
Q
Panthera=
A
Felidae family = includes lions, tigers and jaguars.
