Classification & Evolution Flashcards
1
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why we classify organisms
A
convenience, more manageable to study living things, easier to identify organisms, see relationships between species
2
Q
the modern classification hierarchy
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binomial system of nomenclature
3
Q
observable features in classification
A
members of species occupy same niche as similar , but mistakes made as only based on appearance and anatomy
4
Q
convergent evolution occurs when
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2 unrelated species adapt in similar ways so look similar since adapted to environment- may be classified in same taxonomic group
