Classification and Domains

Question 1

Classification

Answer 1

the process of grouping things based on similarities.

Question 2

Taxonomy

Answer 2

the scientific study of how living things are classified.

Question 3

Binomial nomenclature-

Answer 3

A naming system for organisms. Every organism is given a two-part name.

Question 4

Genus

Answer 4

the first part of an organism’s scientific name. Must be capitalized.

Question 5

Species

Answer 5

the second part of an organism’s scientific name. Is not capitalized.

Question 6

Taxonomic Key

Answer 6

a series of paired statements that describe the physical characteristics of different organisms.

Question 7

Nucleus

Answer 7

a dense area in a cell that contains the genetic material (DNA).

Question 8

Prokaryotes

Answer 8

organisms whose cells lack a nucleus

Question 9

Eukaryotes

Answer 9

organisms whose cells contain a nucleus.

Question 10

Classifying Organisms

Answer 10

Grouped so that the organisms are easier to study

Question 11

Aristotle

Answer 11

 first to classify organisms

 divided into three groups- those that swim, fly, and walk/run/crawl