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Carl Linnaeus proposed the system of ______ nomenclature.
Carl Linnaeus proposed the system of ______ nomenclature.
binomial
The scientific name of human beings is ______ sapiens.
The scientific name of human beings is ______ sapiens.
Homo
According to the earlier classification, organisms were categorized into Kingdom Plantae and Kingdom ______.
According to the earlier classification, organisms were categorized into Kingdom Plantae and Kingdom ______.
Animalia
Robert H. Whittaker classified organisms into ______ kingdoms.
Robert H. Whittaker classified organisms into ______ kingdoms.
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One of the common names for Papaya in the local language is ______.
One of the common names for Papaya in the local language is ______.
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The primary source of energy in the living world is the ______.
The primary source of energy in the living world is the ______.
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Plants that perform photosynthesis are called ______.
Plants that perform photosynthesis are called ______.
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Organisms that depend on plants directly or indirectly for food are called ______.
Organisms that depend on plants directly or indirectly for food are called ______.
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The organisms that directly depend on plants for food are known as ______ consumers.
The organisms that directly depend on plants for food are known as ______ consumers.
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Organisms that feed on primary consumers are called ______ consumers.
Organisms that feed on primary consumers are called ______ consumers.
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Study Notes
Binomial Nomenclature
- Carl Linnaeus proposed the binomial nomenclature system.
- Binomial nomenclature is the scientific method of naming a species, joining two words.
- The first word of the scientific name indicates the genus and the second word indicates the species.
- It allows for a universally recognized, standard name for each species.
- Example: Homo sapiens (scientific name for humans).
Classification of Organisms
- Whittaker classified organisms into five kingdoms, based on advancements in knowledge about species diversity.
- The two kingdom classification, which categorized organisms as plants (Kingdom Plantae) and animals (Kingdom Animalia), was outdated.
Ecology
- Ecology is the study of interactions between organisms and their surroundings.
- This includes researching ecosystems, interactions between organisms, environmental protection, and more.
- Producers are organisms that perform photosynthesis, such as plants, and are the foundation of the food chain.
- Consumers rely on plants for food, either directly (herbivores) or indirectly (carnivores).
Food Chain and Food Web
- Food chain: A linear sequence of organisms where energy flows from one trophic level to the next.
- Food web: A complex network of interconnected food chains.
- Each organism occupies a specific trophic level based on its position in the food chain:
- Producers (first trophic level): Plants
- Primary Consumers (second trophic level): Herbivores
- Secondary Consumers (third trophic level): Carnivores
- Tertiary Consumers (fourth trophic level): Predators that prey on carnivores.
- The trophic level of an organism can vary depending on the complexity and interconnectedness of the food web.
Ecological Interactions
- Ex-situ conservation: Strategies for preserving threatened species outside their natural habitats, like in zoos, botanical gardens, and gene banks.
- Gene banks: Collections of genetic material, for example, seeds, DNA, or tissues, to protect a species from extinction.
Environment Protection
- International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN): Independent organization dedicated to safeguarding biodiversity.
- World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF): Focuses on biodiversity conservation, preventing natural resource exploitation, and combating pollution.
Adolescence: Challenges and Possibilities
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Adolescence is a time of significant change and development, characterized by:
- Increased self-esteem
- Idealism
- Development of friendships
- Hopes for the future
- Decision-making
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Challenges faced by adolescents may include:
- Physical and emotional changes
- Peer pressure
- Academic stress
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Overcoming challenges and embracing possibilities will help adolescents to create a better future.
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Test your knowledge on binomial nomenclature, the classification of organisms, and core concepts of ecology. This quiz covers the naming systems established by Carl Linnaeus and Whittaker’s five kingdom classification. Dive into how organisms interact with their environments and the importance of each in biological sciences.
