classification Flashcards
what is phylogenetic classification
arranges species into groups according to evolutionary relationships and tells us how closely related species are
what is hierarchy
smaller groups arranged within larger groups with no overlap between groups
name all parts of the classification system
domain
kingdom
phylum
class
order
family
genus
species
what is the binomial naming system
genus then species
describe how taxonomy techniques are used to classify organisms
Smaller groups within larger groups that are non-overlapping
Comparisons of DNA base sequences to identify similarities and differences
Comparisons of mRNA base sequences to identify similarities and differences
Comparisons of amino acid sequences to identify similarities and differences
Identify points of divergence/common ancestor
Use courtship behavior to identify species
Define species as organisms that can breed to produce fertile offspring