Biological Classification and Taxonomy Study

A systematic investigation using the scientific method to explore a particular phenomenon or question.

Essential abilities and actions used in scientific investigation and projects

The process of systematically noting and describing events or phenomena.

Formulating inquiries about observations and seeking explanations

Organizing objects or events into categories based on shared characteristics.

Forecasting future events or outcomes based on existing data or patterns.

Explaining and understanding the meaning of observations and data.

Quantifying the properties of objects or events using specific units.

Drawing logical conclusions based on analyzed data and observations.

Sharing findings, results, and explanations with others.

A mindset and dispositions that drives scientists and researchers through their work and analysis.

The everyday name for a plant, like mustard, used to distinguish it from other plants.

A name/category that groups plants with similar characteristics, in this case, mustards.

The specific name that identifies a certain mustard from other mustards.

A grouping of closely related species.

The most specific taxonomic category, representing a group of organisms capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring.

The science of classifying and naming organisms.

A two-part naming system (genus and species) used to uniquely identify organisms.

A method for categorizing living organisms into five major groups based on their shared characteristics.

Features utilized to create the five kingdoms, such as cell structure and mode of nutrition.

One of the five kingdoms, including prokaryotic organisms like bacteria.

A kingdom comprising eukaryotic organisms, such as algae and protozoa.

A kingdom of eukaryotic organisms that obtain nutrients by absorbing them from their surroundings.

Eukaryotic organisms capable of photosynthesis, primarily known as plants.

The kingdom comprising multicellular organisms that typically consume other organisms for nutrition.

The visible, reproductive structure of a fungus, typically seen above ground.

The part of the fungus responsible for creating new organisms.

A microscopic spore produced by a basidium, a type of fungal structure, for reproduction.

The sequence of stages that a mushroom goes through from its beginning to its end.

Not capable of producing viable offspring or spores; incapable.

Two different genetic types of fungi that need to combine to reproduce.

The process where hyphae from different strains fuse to create a zygote.

The method by which fungal spores leave the fruiting body to potentially spread and create more fungi.

The visual structure where spores are produced and spread in the life cycle of a fungus.

An animal that shows characteristics of both older and newer animals, helping scientists understand evolutionary relationships.

Proper storage methods for mushrooms to maintain freshness and quality.

Different ways mushrooms are used in cooking, medicine, or other applications.

Example of a bridge animal, showing features characteristic to both mammals and reptiles.

Categories or classes of Rofp based on their characteristics.

A bridge animal exemplified by lungfish.

Similarities in early development of different species that suggest common ancestry.

Specific environmental factors needed for optimal Rofp growth.

Similar structures in different species that suggest shared ancestry.

Strategies for collecting Rofp without harming the plant or environment.

How long different kinds of Rofp can be preserved at different temperatures.

Study of embryo development.

Different containers or methods for storing Rofp

Assessment of the condition and health of collected Rofp