Science 7 Topic 1 Lesson 2 Classification Systems

Question 1

Species

Answer 1

A group of similar organisms that can mate with each other and produce offspring that can also mate and reproduce.

Question 2

Classification

Answer 2

The process of grouping things based on their similarities.

Question 3

Genus

Answer 3

A taxonomic category that names a group of similar, closely-related organisms.

Question 4

Binomial nomenclature

Answer 4

The classification system in which each organism is given a unique, two-part scientific name indicating its genus and species.

Question 5

Taxonomy

Answer 5

The scientific study of how living things are classified.

Question 6

Domain

Answer 6

The most basic level of organization in the classification of organisms.

Question 7

Evolution

Answer 7

Change over time; the process by which modern organisms have descended from ancient organisms.

Question 8

Convergent evolution

Answer 8

The process by which unrelated organisms evolve similar characteristics.

Question 9

Determine

Answer 9

To arrive at an answer by doing research.