Classification and Diversity in Biology

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What is the primary basis for grouping things together in classification?

  • Behavior
  • Molecular biology
  • Ecology
  • Embryology (correct)

Which level of diversity refers to the variety and frequency of communities of organisms and their interactions with the environment?

  • Habitat diversity
  • Ecosystem diversity (correct)
  • Genetic diversity
  • Species diversity

What poses a threat to ecosystems according to the text?

  • Increased conservation efforts
  • Introduction of native species
  • Climate stabilization
  • Urbanization (correct)

What is the significance of genetic diversity within populations?

<p>It allows species to adapt to environmental stresses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of taxonomy in agriculture?

<p>To breed according to desirable characteristics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist is credited with developing the Binomial System of naming organisms?

<p>Carl Linnaeus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Biological Species Concept, what defines a species?

<p>Capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In natural classification, what is the basis for grouping organisms?

<p>Common ancestors and evolutionary relationships (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hierarchical taxa is placed below Family in the classification system?

<p>Genus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates artificial classification from natural classification?

<p>Natural classification is based on phylogenetic relationships (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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