Life Science Classification - Grade 6 Flashcards
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How did Robert Whittaker change classification?

He reorganized life into five kingdoms.

Which is the best analogy for classification?

Classification is like organizing a closet by hanging clothes together based on their type, color, and season.

Which sentence best describes classification according to Hamish?

Classification organizes organisms based on their characteristics.

Which best matches the modern classification system?

<p>three domains and six kingdoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many groups did Aristotle use to divide all of the organisms in the world?

<p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which number belongs in the space labeled X for the number of kingdoms?

<p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Linnaeus improve the classification of organisms?

<p>He created a way of naming organisms based on genus and species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using the modern system of classification, what is the kingdom of the bald eagle?

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

What is the error in the diagram of Woese's modern system of classification?

<p>The class and order levels are switched.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How have classification systems changed over time?

<p>Classification systems have become more complex to allow for all the discoveries made about organisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Robert Whittaker's Contribution

  • Reorganized life into five kingdoms: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, Animalia.

Analogy for Classification

  • Organizing a closet: type, color, and season help in sorting similar items together.

Goal of Classification

  • Objective is to organize organisms based on their characteristics for easier study and understanding.

Modern Classification System

  • Consists of three domains (Bacteria, Archaea, Eukarya) and six kingdoms.

Aristotle's Classification

  • Divided all organisms into two groups: plants and animals.

Changes in Kingdom Classification

  • Number of kingdoms has evolved with scientific advancements; significant contributions resulted in five kingdoms being widely accepted.

Linnaeus’s Improvement

  • Established a binomial nomenclature: organisms are named based on their genus and species, enhancing clarity and consistency.

Bald Eagle Classification

  • Bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) classified as:
    • Kingdom: Animals
    • Genus: Haliaeetus
    • Species: leucocephalus

Error in Classification Diagram

  • In Woese's modern classification, there was an error: class and order levels were switched.

Evolution of Classification Systems

  • Systems have become more complex over time, reflecting new discoveries about organisms and their relationships.

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Dive into the world of classification with these grade 6 flashcards focused on life science. Learn about Robert Whittaker's five kingdoms and the analogies that help understand the concept of classification. Perfect for studying the fundamental principles of organizing living organisms.

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