Taxonomy of the American Black Bear
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What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

  • Carbon, Nitrogen, Oxygen
  • Carbon, Oxygen, Phosphorus
  • Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen
  • Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen (correct)

    • Which type of macromolecule is responsible for energy storage in cells?

  • Lipids
  • Proteins
  • Carbohydrates (correct)
  • Nucleic Acids

    • What is the main function of polysaccharides in cells?

  • Energy storage
  • Genetic information storage
  • Structural support (correct)
  • Enzyme catalysis

    • Which of the following macromolecules cannot be broken down into smaller sugars?

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

    Which macromolecule is composed of many monosaccharides attached by glycosidic bonds?

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

    What is the primary function of cellulose in organisms?

    <p>Structural support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which taxonomic rank is the American Black Bear part of?

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

    What is the correct order of the taxonomic ranks from most specific to broadest?

    <p>Species, Genus, Family, Order, Class, Phylum, Kingdom, Domain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scientific name format for an organism according to binomial nomenclature?

    <p>Genus + Species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which domain does the American Black Bear belong to?

    <p>Domain Eukarya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which taxonomic rank comes after Genus in the classification hierarchy?

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

    What is the field of Biology that uses comparative anatomy, development, and molecular data to determine the evolutionary relationships between species?

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

    What does each node represent in a phylogenetic tree?

    <p>A common ancestor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a phylogenetic tree, what does each branching event represent?

    <p>A differentiating event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the tip in a phylogenetic tree represent?

    <p>A large group of species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the highlighted name in a phylogenetic tree typically represent?

    <p>A group of species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which taxonomic rank is right below Domain in the classification hierarchy?

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

    What are the three different types of lipids mentioned in the text?

    <p>Steroids, Fats and Oils, Phospholipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is described as an important energy source and a source of essential fatty acids?

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

    What is the function of RNA according to the text?

    <p>Most types of RNA are involved in protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for synthesizing proteins according to the text?

    <p>Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Taxonomy as described in the text?

    <p>Branch of Biology that names and classifies organisms based on their similarities and differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the Cell/Plasma Membrane in an animal cell according to the text?

    <p>Separate the interior of the cell (cytoplasm) from the external environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Carbohydrates

    • Building blocks of carbohydrates are monosaccharides, such as glucose and fructose.
    • Polysaccharides, composed of many monosaccharides linked by glycosidic bonds, serve as energy storage and structural components.
    • Glycogen acts as the principal energy storage macromolecule in cells.

    Polysaccharides

    • Main function of polysaccharides in cells includes energy storage and providing structural integrity, like cellulose in plants.
    • Cellulose's primary function is to provide rigidity and strength to plant cell walls.

    Taxonomy

    • American Black Bear belongs to the Taxonomic rank of species within the order Carnivora.
    • Taxonomic ranks follow the order: species, genus, family, order, class, phylum, and domain from most specific to broadest.
    • Domain above genus includes Life Domains: Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya.
    • Taxonomic rank right below Domain is Kingdom.

    Binomial Nomenclature

    • Scientific name format includes the genus name followed by the species name, both italicized with the genus capitalized.

    Phylogenetics

    • Field of Biology that studies evolutionary relationships is called systematics, utilizing comparative anatomy, development, and molecular data.
    • Each node in a phylogenetic tree represents a common ancestor shared by species.
    • A branching event signifies a divergence in the evolutionary path, indicating common ancestry splitting into different lineages.
    • Tips in a phylogenetic tree represent existing species or groups.
    • Highlighted names in a phylogenetic tree usually represent taxa or ranked groups being studied.

    Lipids

    • Three types of lipids mentioned include triglycerides, phospholipids, and steroids.
    • Lipids are crucial as important energy sources and provide essential fatty acids.

    RNA and Protein Synthesis

    • RNA functions primarily in protein synthesis and gene expression regulation.
    • Ribosomes, located in the cytoplasm and on the endoplasmic reticulum, are responsible for synthesizing proteins.

    Cell/Plasma Membrane

    • Main function of the Cell/Plasma Membrane in an animal cell is to protect the cell, regulate the passage of substances, and facilitate communication with the external environment.

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    Learn about the taxonomy of the American Black Bear (Ursus americanus) in Manitoba, Canada and Alaska, USA. Understand the concept of species and how it is used in the classification of living organisms.

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