11 Questions
What is a problem with Darwin's branching view of the 5 Kingdom Model?
Assumes all monerans are more closely related to each other than any eucaryotes
What evidence has supported the pattern of evolution over time?
Phylogenetic Tree of Life
How many basic patterns of cellular organization are mentioned in the text?
Two
Which of the following is NOT part of the 5 Kingdom Model?
Archaea
What is the sequence of life forms in the 5 Kingdom Model mentioned in the text?
Protozoans, Bacteria, Mushrooms, Ferns, Insects
What process led to the formation of organelles in eukaryotic cells?
Endosymbiosis
Which mechanism involves direct contact for the transfer of DNA between bacteria?
Conjugation in bacteria
What is a characteristic of bacterial reproduction that contributes to horizontal gene transfer?
Bacteria share plasmids with other species
Which organisms played a role in the formation of mitochondria and chloroplasts in eukaryotic cells?
Archaean ancestors
What is the main difference between vertical gene transfer and horizontal gene transfer?
Vertical transfer passes genes from mother to daughter cells while horizontal transfer is through direct contact
What is a key step in the replication process of viruses inside a cell?
Cell replicates viral proteins
Test your knowledge on biological classification systems including the 5 Kingdom Model, types of life, cellular organization, prokaryotic & eukaryotic cells, and criticisms of Darwin's branching view.
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