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What is taxonomy primarily concerned with?
What is taxonomy primarily concerned with?
Which domain of life includes single-celled prokaryotes without a true nucleus?
Which domain of life includes single-celled prokaryotes without a true nucleus?
What is true about organ systems?
What is true about organ systems?
Which group of animals has a backbone?
Which group of animals has a backbone?
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What distinguishes invertebrates from vertebrates?
What distinguishes invertebrates from vertebrates?
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What constitutes the basic structural unit of all living organisms?
What constitutes the basic structural unit of all living organisms?
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Life & Classification of Species
27 Kingdoms of Life
Biological classification is the process of arranging organisms into groups based on similar characteristics. The science of naming and classifying organisms is called taxonomy. The Linnean system is the most commonly used system for classifying living things. It assigns each species a two-part scientific name composed of a genus and species name.
There are three domains of life: Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya. Bacteria and Archaea are single-celled prokaryotes that lack a true nucleus, while Eukarya contains eukaryotes, organisms whose cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
Body Organization
Living organisms are highly organized, coordinated structures consisting of one or more cells. Even single-celled organisms are complex, with atoms making up molecules, which in turn make up cell organelles and other cellular inclusions. In multicellular organisms, similar cells form tissues, which collaborate to create organs, and organs work together to form organ systems.
Organ Systems
Organ systems are collections of organs that work together to perform specific functions. Examples of organ systems include the cardiovascular system, nervous system, and digestive system.
Vertebrates
Vertebrates are a group of animals that have a backbone. They include animals like mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.
Invertebrates
Invertebrates are animals that do not have a backbone. They include animals like insects, arachnids, mollusks, echinoderms, and annelids.
Conclusion
In conclusion, biological classification is a vital tool for understanding the diversity of life on Earth. It allows scientists to group organisms based on their characteristics, from the smallest cell to the largest ecosystem, providing valuable insights into the relationships between different species and their roles in the biosphere.
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Test your knowledge on the characteristics of life, biological classification, body organization, organ systems, vertebrates, and invertebrates. Learn about the Linnean system, three domains of life, and the different types of organisms based on their body structures.
