Dichotomous Keys Flashcards
1
Q
What is a dichotomous key?
A
a series of descriptions arranged in pairs that leads the user to the identification of an unknown organism
2
Q
How do dichotomous keys work?
A
- read the descriptions
- find which one matches the best
- move on to the next choice
- continue until organism is idnetified
3
Q
What does the ‘di’ in the dichotomous key mean?
A
divided into 2 parts
4
Q
Who created dichotomous keys?
A
Jean Baptiste Lamarck
