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Which of the following is not fundamental to taxonomy?

  • Classification
  • Collection of specimen
  • Preservation of habitats (correct)
  • Identification
  • What does ICBN stand for?

  • International Code for Biological Naming
  • International Code for Botanical Nomenclature (correct)
  • International Centre for Botanical Nomenclature
  • Indian Code for Biological Nomenclature
  • Systematics primarily refers to which of the following?

  • Identification and preservation of ecosystems
  • Study of organ systems in different species
  • Diversity of different kinds of organisms (correct)
  • Classification of species based on genetic data
  • Which of the following best describes a correct scientific naming process?

    <p>Descriptions should lead to universal consensus on naming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of biological classification relies heavily on which of the following?

    <p>All of these</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In taxonomy, which of these processes is not typically involved?

    <p>Habitat management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'taxonomy' specifically refers to which area of biological study?

    <p>The processes of naming and classifying organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding biological classification?

    <p>It encompasses both morphological and genetic factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the cell wall in fungi?

    <p>Chitin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to R.H. Whittaker's system, how many kingdoms exhibit an exclusive autotrophic mode of nutrition?

    <p>One</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one aspect that the Linnaeus system of classification does not address?

    <p>All of these</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many kingdoms in the five kingdom classification are dedicated exclusively to prokaryotes?

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a criterion used in biological classification?

    <p>Color of organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cellular organization do unicellular organisms possess?

    <p>Single-celled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In biological classification, what distinguishes prokaryotes from eukaryotes?

    <p>Presence of a nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following categories would include photosynthetic and non-photosynthetic organisms?

    <p>Both prokaryotes and eukaryotes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which kingdom do unicellular eukaryotic organisms belong to?

    <p>Protista</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many of the following organisms belong to Protista: Amoeba, Spirogyra, Chlamydomonas, Chlorella, Paramecium?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From which kingdom does multicellularity first emerge in the five kingdom classification?

    <p>Animalia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the Moneran cell wall?

    <p>Polysaccharide (non-cellulose) only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mode of nutrition is characteristic of organisms in the Monera kingdom?

    <p>Chemosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The five kingdom classification was proposed in which year?

    <p>1969</p> Signup and view all the answers

    R.H. Whittaker's classification is based upon which characteristics?

    <p>All of these</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were plants classified in the past according to Aristotelian methods?

    <p>According to their morphological characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Biological Classification Overview

    • Fungi have a cell wall composed primarily of chitin.
    • R.H. Whittaker’s classification system includes one kingdom with an exclusive autotrophic mode of nutrition.
    • Unicellular eukaryotic organisms fall under the Protista kingdom.
    • Among specified organisms (Amoeba, Spirogyra, Chlamydomonas, Chlorella, Paramecium), four belong to Protista.
    • In the five kingdom classification, multicellularity begins with Plantae.
    • The scientific basis of classification highlights categorization methods by morphological characteristics and development.

    Classification Systems

    • Linnaeus's system did not differentiate between eukaryotes and prokaryotes.
    • The five kingdom classification proposed by R.H. Whittaker includes one kingdom dedicated to prokaryotes.
    • Moneran cell walls are composed of polysaccharides that are non-cellulosic only.
    • Chemosynthetic modes of nutrition are found primarily in Monera.

    Historical Context and Taxonomy Basics

    • The five kingdom classification was proposed in 1969.
    • Modern taxonomic studies are based on accurate classification and nomenclature.
    • ICBN stands for International Code for Botanical Nomenclature.

    Scientific Naming

    • Scientific names ensure that each organism has a unique name, avoiding confusion.
    • Descriptions of organisms should be clear enough for consistent identification.
    • Scientific names are governed by rules ensuring no name is reused for different organisms.

    Additional Key Points

    • Systematics refers to the diversity of different kinds of organisms.
    • Taxonomy consists of identification, classification, collection of specimens, and nomenclature.
    • R.H. Whittaker's classification system is based on cell structure, body organization, mode of nutrition, and reproductive methods.

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