Plant Photosynthesis vs Virus Reproduction

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What is the purpose of studying proteins to find evolutionary relationships?

To understand the structure of proteins

To study the physical characteristics of organisms

To determine the habitat of organisms

To compare the amino acid sequences encoded by DNA (correct)

How are organisms named according to the binomial naming system?

Using physical characteristics of the organism

Using two Latin names (correct)

Using two words, one for genus and one for habitat

Using only the species name

Which of the following is a feature used to categorize organisms into the five kingdoms?

Size of the organism

Type of habitat they live in

Presence of a backbone

Characteristics of their cells (correct)

What do animal cells lack compared to plant cells?

Cell wall Signup and view all the answers

In which kingdom are animals categorized based on the presence or absence of a backbone?

Animal Signup and view all the answers

What is the site of protein synthesis in a cell?

Ribosomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why viruses are not classified as living organisms?

They do not have the ability to complete processes like photosynthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which scientific advancement has significantly impacted the classification of organisms in modern times?

Human genome project and DNA sequencing studies Signup and view all the answers

How are organisms classified into the same species?

If they are able to reproduce and produce fertile offspring Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of DNA sequencing in determining evolutionary relationships among species?

It assists in mapping DNA and comparing genetic similarities Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for organisms to be grouped based on evolutionary relationships?

To establish common ancestry and genetic connections Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is crucial for two organisms to be classified into the same species?

Reproductive compatibility producing fertile offspring Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which living organisms detect changes in their internal or external environments and respond to these changes?

Sensitivity Signup and view all the answers

How is growth in living organisms typically measured?

Dry mass, cell size, or number of cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the process of excretion in living organisms?

To remove waste products from metabolic reactions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic shared by all living organisms?

Photosynthesis Signup and view all the answers

In the context of living organisms, what does the term 'respiration' refer to?

Metabolic reactions for energy release Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following processes is crucial for animals to take in materials for development?

Nutrition Signup and view all the answers