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Which taxonomic level generally encompasses the greatest diversity of organisms?
Which taxonomic level generally encompasses the greatest diversity of organisms?
- Genus
- Kingdom (correct)
- Species
- Order
According to binomial nomenclature rules, which two taxonomic ranks are italicized when writing a species name?
According to binomial nomenclature rules, which two taxonomic ranks are italicized when writing a species name?
- Family and Order
- Kingdom and Species
- Domain and Kingdom
- Genus and Species (correct)
Carl Woese's RNA studies led to significant changes in prokaryotic classification. Which kingdom was divided as a result of these findings?
Carl Woese's RNA studies led to significant changes in prokaryotic classification. Which kingdom was divided as a result of these findings?
- None of the above
- Kingdom Protozoa
- Kingdom Protista
- Kingdom Monera (correct)
Which of the following sequences correctly represents the hierarchical classification of organisms, from broadest to most specific?
Which of the following sequences correctly represents the hierarchical classification of organisms, from broadest to most specific?
Which kingdom includes multicellular, eukaryotic organisms lacking cell walls, characterized by heterotrophic nutrition and complex organ systems?
Which kingdom includes multicellular, eukaryotic organisms lacking cell walls, characterized by heterotrophic nutrition and complex organ systems?
Which kingdom is characterized by entirely microscopic, prokaryotic organisms, classified by cell shape (coccus, bacillus, spirillum), and has been divided into two separate kingdoms?
Which kingdom is characterized by entirely microscopic, prokaryotic organisms, classified by cell shape (coccus, bacillus, spirillum), and has been divided into two separate kingdoms?
Which of the following characteristics accurately describes the now-defunct Kingdom Monera?
Which of the following characteristics accurately describes the now-defunct Kingdom Monera?
Why do scientists prefer using scientific names over common names when referring to organisms?
Why do scientists prefer using scientific names over common names when referring to organisms?
Where are Eubacteria typically found?
Where are Eubacteria typically found?
Based on the provided image, which of the following pairs of organisms are most closely related?
Based on the provided image, which of the following pairs of organisms are most closely related?
Which of the following traits best describes organisms in the Kingdom Fungi?
Which of the following traits best describes organisms in the Kingdom Fungi?
According to the provided image, which plant species is most closely related to the spikemoss?
According to the provided image, which plant species is most closely related to the spikemoss?
Who is credited with developing the binomial system of classification?
Who is credited with developing the binomial system of classification?
Which kingdom includes unicellular, eukaryotic organisms with diverse movement mechanisms like flagella, cilia, and pseudopodia, exemplified by dinoflagellates?
Which kingdom includes unicellular, eukaryotic organisms with diverse movement mechanisms like flagella, cilia, and pseudopodia, exemplified by dinoflagellates?
Which of the following kingdoms contain species capable of conducting photosynthesis?
Which of the following kingdoms contain species capable of conducting photosynthesis?
Flashcards
Level with Greatest Diversity?
Level with Greatest Diversity?
Kingdom has the greatest diversity because it is the broadest level of classification, encompassing a wide range of organisms.
Italicized Names in Binomial Nomenclature?
Italicized Names in Binomial Nomenclature?
Genus and species names are italicized in binomial nomenclature to indicate the scientific name of an organism.
Kingdom Divided by Woese?
Kingdom Divided by Woese?
Carl Woese's RNA studies divided Kingdom Monera into two separate kingdoms (Archaea and Bacteria).
Classification Hierarchy?
Classification Hierarchy?
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Characteristics of Kingdom Animalia?
Characteristics of Kingdom Animalia?
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Traits of Kingdom Monera?
Traits of Kingdom Monera?
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Traits of Kingdom Fungi?
Traits of Kingdom Fungi?
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Why Not Use Common Names?
Why Not Use Common Names?
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Where Are Eubacteria Found?
Where Are Eubacteria Found?
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Closely Related Organisms?
Closely Related Organisms?
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Who Developed Binomial Nomenclature?
Who Developed Binomial Nomenclature?
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Traits of Kingdom Protista?
Traits of Kingdom Protista?
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Photosynthetic Kingdoms?
Photosynthetic Kingdoms?
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Domain with ONLY Multicellular Organisms?
Domain with ONLY Multicellular Organisms?
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Branch of Biology for Classifying Organisms?
Branch of Biology for Classifying Organisms?
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Study Notes
- The level with the greatest amount of diversity is the kingdom.
- According to binomial nomenclature, the two names that are italicized are the genus and species.
- Recent RNA studies by Carl Woese divided Kingdom Monera into two kingdoms.
- The correct hierarchy of classification from broadest to most specific is: Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
- Kingdom Animalia contains multicellular, eukaryotic organisms lacking cell walls; they are heterotrophic, consume food for energy, are well-adapted for movement, and possess complex organ systems.
- Kingdom Monera consists entirely of microscopic, prokaryotic organisms that can be either heterotrophic or autotrophic, typically classified by cell shape (coccus, bacillus, spirillum, etc.), and has recently been split into two unique kingdoms.
- Kingdom Monera is characterized by unicellular organisms without a nucleus.
- Scientists do not use common names because they can apply to more than one organism.
- Eubacteria are found nearly everywhere on every surface.
- The Komodo Dragon and American Alligator are the most closely related of the options provided.
- Kingdom Fungi is characterized by multicellular organisms with filaments that absorb nutrients.
- Clubmosses are the plant species most closely related to spikemoss.
- The binomial system of classification was developed by Linnaeus.
- Kingdom Protista is unicellular and eukaryotic, often having unique mechanisms for movement such as flagella, cilia, and pseudopodia; dinoflagellates are an example.
- Plants and protists are the kingdoms that contain organisms capable of conducting photosynthesis.
- Eukarya is the domain that contains ONLY multi-cellular organisms.
- Taxonomy is the branch of biology devoted to the classification of organisms.
- Kingdom Fungi includes mushrooms and yeast; most are saprobes and heterotrophic, living off decaying organic matter and are generally made of hyphae.
- Kingdom Plantae contains eukaryotes with chloroplasts; they are autotrophs with cell walls made of cellulose.
- Viruses are not considered to be living organisms and are, therefore, not contained within any kingdom.
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