classification Flashcards

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what is phylogenetic classification

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arranges species into groups according to evolutionary relationships and tells us how closely related species are

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what is hierarchy

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smaller groups arranged within larger groups with no overlap between groups

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name all parts of the classification system

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domain
kingdom
phylum
class
order
family
genus
species

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what is the binomial naming system

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genus then species

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describe how taxonomy techniques are used to classify organisms

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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​

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