Topic 3 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the scientific discipline concerned with naming and classifying organisms?
A
Taxonomy
2
Q
What is nomenclature?
A
A system of rules for naming things
3
Q
What are three problems with using common names for species?
A
i) Different names for the same species
ii) Same name for a different species
iii) Common name may imply relationships that do not exist
4
Q
What is the Linnaean System?
A
The hierarchical classification of species into groups based on the similarity of structures, functions, and other features
5
Q
What is the order of classification (domain, etc)?
A
Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species
6
Q
What is a taxon?
A
A taxonomic unit at any level of a hierarchical classification
