Classification Flashcards
1
Q
What is classification
A
grouping organisms based on similarities and differences
2
Q
What are the 3 domains of life
A
Archaea, bacteria, eukarya
3
Q
What are the 5 kingdoms
A
Animals, plants, fungi, protists, prokaryotes
4
Q
What is binomial nomenclature
A
The latin name for species
5
Q
what is phylogenetics
A
Study of evolutionary relationships between organisms
6
Q
What is a species
A
A group of organisms that can breed to produce fertile offspring
7
Q
What is the order of classification
A
- Domain
- Kingdom
- Phylum
- Class
- Order
- Family
- Genus
- Species
8
Q
What is the 3 domain system based on
A
Differences is ribosomal RNA and cell structure
9
Q
How do scientists classify new species
A
By analysing DNA, physical traits, and evolutionary history
10
Q
What is an evolutionary tree
A
A diagram showing evolutionary relationships
