Classification of Species in Science

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Why did Carolus Linnaeus decide to use Latin to name organisms?

  • Because Latin was his native language.
  • To confuse researchers studying organisms.
  • To honor the Roman Empire.
  • To make it easier for scientists from all over the world to understand and name organisms consistently. (correct)

Which kingdom has been recently further subdivided into Archaebacteria and Eubacteria?

  • Animalia
  • Plantae
  • Protista
  • Monera (correct)

In Linnaeus' naming system, what does 'Canis rufus' represent for the red wolf?

  • Genus and species (correct)
  • Genus and class
  • Family and species
  • Family and order

How did Carolus Linnaeus classify organisms?

<p>Based on their physical characteristics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which kingdom includes yeast, mold, and mushrooms?

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

What is the most specific level of classification in Linnaeus' system?

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

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