Taxonomy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the science of classification?
A
Taxonomy
2
Q
Who is the 18th century Swedish scientist?
A
Carolus Linnaeus
3
Q
He identified organisms as either plants or animals. He grouped them according to their similarities. Who is this?
A
Carolus Linnaeus
4
Q
Books with pictures that highlight the differences between similar-looking living things. What is this?
A
Field guides
5
Q
Useful tools for determining the identity of organisms. What is this?
A
Taxonomic keys
6
Q
Consists of a series of paired statements that describe the physical characteristics of different living things. What is this?
A
Taxonomic keys
7
Q
It can help you identify the mysterious creature. What is this?
A
Taxonomic keys
