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How do scientists know how to name and group a newly discovered organism?
How do scientists know how to name and group a newly discovered organism?
By using physical characteristics, behaviour, DNA, mating/reproductive methods, and cell structure.
What is the classification?
What is the classification?
The process by which living organisms are sorted into groups that share similar characteristics.
What classification system do we use today?
What classification system do we use today?
The Linnaean classification system.
What does the Linnaean classification system consist of?
What does the Linnaean classification system consist of?
Which acronym can help remember the classification system?
Which acronym can help remember the classification system?
What were the seven groups in the most widely used classification system until recently?
What were the seven groups in the most widely used classification system until recently?
What is the basis of the Linnaean classification system?
What is the basis of the Linnaean classification system?
Why did scientists add a further level of classification, known as Domain?
Why did scientists add a further level of classification, known as Domain?
Where is the Domain level placed in the classification hierarchy?
Where is the Domain level placed in the classification hierarchy?
When an organism evolves, what also evolves?
When an organism evolves, what also evolves?
As DNA determines _____, it in turn determines _____
As DNA determines _____, it in turn determines _____
Give an example of a protein that has changed in structure.
Give an example of a protein that has changed in structure.
What are the three domains of life?
What are the three domains of life?
What do the domains group organisms based on?
What do the domains group organisms based on?
What unique feature does each domain contain?
What unique feature does each domain contain?
What is the classification of organisms within the Archaea domain?
What is the classification of organisms within the Archaea domain?
What is the classification of organisms within the Bacteria domain?
What is the classification of organisms within the Bacteria domain?
What kingdoms are included in the Eukarya domain?
What kingdoms are included in the Eukarya domain?
What are the smallest units of classification?
What are the smallest units of classification?
What is a species?
What is a species?
Why do scientists classify organisms?
Why do scientists classify organisms?
What is binomial nomenclature?
What is binomial nomenclature?
Why do we use binomial nomenclature?
Why do we use binomial nomenclature?
What does the first word in a binomial name represent?
What does the first word in a binomial name represent?
What is the rule for the second word in a scientific name?
What is the rule for the second word in a scientific name?
What are the reasons why the classification of an organism is important?
What are the reasons why the classification of an organism is important?
Who previously grouped living organisms into two sections?
Who previously grouped living organisms into two sections?
Study Notes
Classification Overview
- Scientists classify organisms using physical characteristics, behavior, DNA, mating methods, and cell structure.
- Classification organizes living organisms into groups that share similar traits.
Linnaean Classification System
- The current classification system is the Linnaean system, proposed by Carl Linnaeus in 1785.
- Hierarchical structure: Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
- Acronym to remember: "Does Katy Perry come over for great sushi?".
- Historically, a seven-group classification model was used: Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
Domain Classification
- Domains are the highest taxonomic rank above kingdoms, established to reflect genetic studies.
- The three domains are Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya, created in 1990 as a broader classification level.
- Domains group organisms based on differences in ribosomal RNA (rRNA), membrane structures, and antibiotic sensitivity.
Characteristics of Domains
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Archaea:
- Prokaryotic with 70s ribosomes.
- RNA polymerase has 8-10 proteins.
- Kingdom: Archaebacteria.
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Bacteria:
- Prokaryotic with 70s ribosomes.
- RNA polymerase contains 5 proteins.
- Kingdom: Eubacteria.
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Eukarya:
- Eukaryotic with 80s ribosomes.
- RNA polymerase comprises 12 proteins.
- Kingdoms: Protista, Fungi, Plantae, Animalia.
Importance of Classification
- Species is the smallest unit of classification, defined as a group of organisms capable of producing fertile offspring.
- Classification helps identify species, predict characteristics, and find evolutionary links.
- Binomial nomenclature, developed by Carl Linnaeus, names organisms using a two-word system (genus and species) to ensure global consistency.
- Naming rules:
- Genus name capitalized, species name in lowercase.
- Italics for typed names and underlined for handwritten names (e.g., Homo sapiens).
Significance of Organism Classification
- Facilitates information sharing among scientists.
- Simplifies communication and provides insights based on group characteristics.
- Ensures accurate identification of organisms.
Historical Context
- Aristotle laid early groundwork for classification by grouping living organisms into two categories: animals and plants.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the classification and evolution of living organisms, covering key concepts and terminology. Explore how physical characteristics, behavior, and DNA influence the naming and grouping of species. Ideal for students studying biology at an advanced level.
