Classifying Biological Diversity Flashcards
1
Q
Who developed a system for naming and classifying organisms in the 18th century?
A
Carolus Linnaeus
2
Q
What is the structure of Linnaeus’s naming system?
A
Two words: genus and species
The first word indicates the genus, and the second indicates the species.
3
Q
Can two species have the same name in Linnaeus’s system?
A
No
4
Q
How did Linnaeus classify species?
A
Based on physical structure
Earlier systems classified species based on habitat.
5
Q
What is the order of classification from kingdom to species?
A
Kingdom → Phylum → Class → Order → Family → Genus → Species
This hierarchy shows increasing specificity.
6
Q
What are the main categories of the five-kingdom classification system?
A
- Animalia
- Plantae
- Fungi
- Protista
- Monera
These categories encompass all forms of life. This system categorizes all living organism
