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Which of the following is the basis for animal classification?
Which of the following is the basis for animal classification?
What is the purpose of animal classification?
What is the purpose of animal classification?
Which of the following is NOT a feature used for animal classification?
Which of the following is NOT a feature used for animal classification?
What is the level of organization in all members of Animalia?
What is the level of organization in all members of Animalia?
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Which animal group exhibits the same pattern of cell organization as sponges?
Which animal group exhibits the same pattern of cell organization as sponges?
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Study Notes
Animal Classification Basics
- Animal classification is primarily based on physical characteristics, genetic information, and evolutionary relationships among species.
- Purpose for classification includes organizing biodiversity, facilitating identification, and enhancing communication among scientists.
- Classification helps in studying animal behavior, ecology, and conservation efforts.
Features Used for Classification
- Common features used for classification include body symmetry, presence of a coelom, type of body plan, and embryonic development patterns.
- NOT a feature used for classification: color or external markings are typically excluded as they can be misleading.
Level of Organization in Animalia
- All members of the kingdom Animalia exhibit a cellular level of organization, characterized by specialized cells forming tissues and organs.
Group Same as Sponges
- The animal group that shares the same pattern of cell organization as sponges is the phylum Porifera, which consists of simple, multicellular organisms.
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Test your knowledge on the basis of animal classification and learn about the systematic position of different animal species in this quiz on the Animal Kingdom.
