Questions and Answers
Which scientist created the most modern classification hierarchy that we use today?
Carl Woese
How did Robert Whittaker change classification?
He reorganized life into five kingdoms (added 3 more to plants & animals)
What is the science of classifying & naming organisms based on their different characteristics called?
taxonomy
How did Linnaeus improve the classification of organisms?
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Bald eagles have a binomial name of Haliaeetus leucocephalus. What are the names of the kingdom, genus & species?
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Aristotle & Linnaeus classified living organisms into 2 kingdoms - Plants & Animals. How many kingdoms did Whittaker create?
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What best describes the goal of classification of organisms?
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How many groups did Aristotle use to divide all of the organisms in the world?
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When Carl Woese developed the modern system of classification, he broke the previous kingdom of ________ into the two kingdoms of Bacteria & Archaea.
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Name the 8 levels of the system of classification from top to bottom.
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Study Notes
Classification Overview
- Modern classification hierarchy primarily established by Carl Woese.
- Taxonomy is the science focused on classifying and naming organisms based on characteristics.
Key Contributions to Classification
- Robert Whittaker introduced a five-kingdom system, expanding beyond the traditional two kingdoms of plants and animals.
- Linnaeus enhanced classification with the binomial naming system, categorizing organisms by genus and species.
Classification Systems and Changes
- Aristotle initially divided organisms into two kingdoms: Plants and Animals.
- Whittaker's system included three additional kingdoms: Fungi, Protista, and Monera.
- The Monera kingdom was further divided by Woese into Bacteria and Archaea.
Hierarchical Structure in Classification
- The classification system operates on eight levels, organized from broadest to most specific:
- Domain
- Kingdom
- Phylum
- Class
- Order
- Family
- Genus
- Species
Specific Examples
- The bald eagle is classified under:
- Kingdom: Animals
- Genus: Haliaeetus
- Species: leucocephalus
Summary of Classification Goals
- The primary objective of classification is to systematically organize organisms based on shared characteristics and relationships.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of biological classification with this pre-test flashcard quiz. Explore key concepts such as the contributions of Carl Woese and Robert Whittaker to the field of taxonomy. Perfect for beginners looking to solidify their understanding of organism classification.
