Biology Unit 1 - Taxonomy Quiz 3

Questions and Answers

Taxonomy is an organizing science used in what three sciences?

Zoology (correct)

Physics

Biology (correct)

Botany (correct)

What is the smallest unit of classification?

species

What term refers to a category in taxonomy?

taxon

Segmented digestive system and appendages are examples of what?

animal characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of popular usage in taxonomy?

common name Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest phylum of animals?

Arthropoda Signup and view all the answers

Green, conductive tissue, seeds, flowers are examples of what?

plant characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for classification in biology?

taxonomy Signup and view all the answers

What do we call groups of families in biological classification?

order Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest division of plants?

Tracheophyta Signup and view all the answers

To a taxonomist, a plant is the sum total of all its what?

characteristics Signup and view all the answers

Teeth patterns in animals and thorns in plants are examples of _ which taxonomist might observe for .

characteristics, keying Signup and view all the answers

Corn is a type of what?

grass Signup and view all the answers

What is the name given to an organism which causes the least confusion and is the same in any language or any country?

scientific name Signup and view all the answers

When a species is made up of different smaller groups, each of those smaller groups is known as a what?

variety Signup and view all the answers

A tool used in classification is a what?

key Signup and view all the answers

A list of two choices that follows in a sequence for identification is called a what?

dichotomous key Signup and view all the answers

There are _________ kinds of plants than animals.

fewer Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is most correct regarding the difference between plants and animals?

They are greatly different Signup and view all the answers

Which is more likely to be very slow to respond to stimuli, a plant or animal?

plant Signup and view all the answers

An organism which produces its food by photosynthesis may be placed in which kingdom?

Plantae Signup and view all the answers

A species designation should always include the ________.

genus Signup and view all the answers

If an Animalia taxon ends in 'ata', what does it mean?

it must be a Phylum Signup and view all the answers

All animals which possess a spine are included in the same what?

phylum Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Taxonomy Overview

Taxonomy is an organizing science relevant to biology, zoology, and botany.
The term "taxon" refers to a category within the classification system.

Classification Units

The smallest classification unit is the species.
Classification groups include orders, which consist of families.

Animal Characteristics

Examples of animal characteristics: segmented digestive systems and appendages.
Animals with spines belong to the same phylum.

Plant Characteristics

Key plant characteristics include green, conductive tissue, seeds, and flowers.
The largest division of plants is the Tracheophyta.

Naming and Identification

Common names are referred to as popular usage names.
The scientific name is standardized to minimize confusion, remaining consistent across languages and regions.
Each species designation must include its genus.

Classification Tools

Classification utilizes keys for organism identification.
A dichotomous key is a structured list of two choices used in a sequential identification process.

Organizational Comparisons

There are fewer types of plants than animals.
A significant difference exists between plants and animals, with plants responding more slowly to stimuli compared to animals.

Additional Terms

Varieties are smaller groups within a species.
Teeth patterns in animals and thorns in plants are examples of characteristics observed for keying purposes.

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Test your knowledge on taxonomy with this Quiz 3 from Biology Unit 1. Explore essential concepts related to biological classification, including the smallest unit of classification, the definition of 'taxon', and key characteristics of animals. Perfect for students and anyone interested in organizing sciences.