diversity of life Flashcards
1
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what is a species
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A species is the smallest unit of biological classification.
A Species can breed to produce fertile offspring under natural conditions
2
Q
how do you determine a species
A
Structural, ecological and DNA evidence is used to determine species
3
Q
breeding different species
A
Organisms of different species cannot breed together due to genetic incompatibility. Species are genetically incompatible due to important differences in their DNA or chromosome structure and number.
4
Q
breeding different species
A
Sometimes two similar species can interbreed, these offspring or hybrids often have health problems or are infertile. Some interspecies crosses produce healthy offspring and enhance qualities or hybrid vigor.
