18 Questions
Which kingdom does unicellular, autotrophic organisms, with a simple structure that mostly live in water belong to?
Protist
What is the function of the process of respiration in living organisms?
To convert food into energy
What type of organisms are capable of photosynthesis?
Plants
Which of the following vertebrate classes is part of FARMB?
Reptile
Which characteristic is not required for a living thing according to the 7 characteristics?
Photosynthesis
Which of the following is an example of a heterotroph?
Bread mould
How can organisms be classified based on their structure?
By their body's characteristics/ features
Which of the following classifications level is the highest in the hierarchy?
Kingdom
Which kingdom contains organisms that absorb nutrients by decomposing dead organic matter, and provide an example?
Fungi; Bread mould
How do Monera organisms differ from Protist organisms in terms of cellularity and feeding?
Monera are unicellular and heterotrophic; Protist can be unicellular or multicellular and are both autotrophic and heterotrophic.
Identify two groups into which the Animal Kingdom is divided and define each.
Vertebrates and Invertebrates; Vertebrates have a backbone/spine, Invertebrates do not.
What is binomial nomenclature and what are its two components?
Binomial nomenclature is a system for naming species using two terms: Genus and Species name.
Describe the primary characteristic that distinguishes animals from plants.
Animals are heterotrophic (consume other organisms), while plants are autotrophic (perform photosynthesis).
What are the 7 characteristics of living things that all organisms must display?
Movement, Respiration, Sensitivity, Growth, Reproduction, Excretion, Nutrients
Define the term 'Multicellular' and give an example of a kingdom that primarily consists of multicellular organisms.
Multicellular means made up of many different types of cells; Animal or Plant kingdom.
Explain how the classification levels progress from Domain to Species.
The classification levels progress hierarchically: Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
How can organisms be classified according to their function and give an example?
Organisms can be classified by how their body works; e.g., animals that absorb nutrients decomposing matter.
Name the invertebrate groups listed and give a defining feature for one of them.
Insects, Arachnids, Crustaceans; Insects have a three-part body and six legs.
Study Notes
The 5 Kingdoms of Life
- The five kingdoms of life are: Animal, Plant, Fungi, Protist, and Monera
Characteristics of Kingdoms
- Animal kingdom: multicellular, heterotrophic, and characteristics vary
- Plant kingdom: multicellular, autotrophic, and have photosynthesis
- Fungi kingdom: can be unicellular or multicellular, heterotrophic, and absorb nutrients by decomposing dead organisms
- Protist kingdom: can be unicellular or multicellular, autotrophic or heterotrophic, and have simple structure, most live in water
- Monera kingdom: unicellular, heterotrophic, and microscopic
Autotrophs and Heterotrophs
- Autotrophs: organisms that make their own food
- Heterotrophs: organisms that consume other organisms
Classification of Organisms
- Can be classified according to their structure or function
- Structure: body's characteristics/features
- Function: how the body works
Vertebrates and Invertebrates
- Vertebrates: animals with a backbone/spine
- Invertebrates: animals without a backbone/spine
Vertebrate Classes
- The 5 vertebrate classes are: Fish, Amphibians, Reptiles, Mammals, and Birds
Invertebrates
- Examples of invertebrates include: insects, arachnids, and crustaceans
Biology and Classification
- Biology: the study of living things
- Classification: the grouping of things based on similar characteristics
- Living things are made up of cells and can be classified as unicellular or multicellular
Characteristics of Living Things
- The 7 characteristics of living things are:
- Movement
- Respiration
- Sensitivity
- Growth
- Reproduction
- Excretion
- Nutrition
Naming Species
- Each species has a common name and a scientific name/binomial nomenclature
- Scientific name consists of genus and species name
Cells and Organisms
- A cell is the building block of all living things
- An organism is a living thing
- Unicellular organisms are made up of one cell
- Multicellular organisms are made up of many different types of cells
Respiration and Sensitivity
- Respiration: process of converting food into energy
- Sensitivity: the ability to respond to changes in the environment
The 5 Kingdoms of Life
- The five kingdoms of life are: Animal, Plant, Fungi, Protist, and Monera
Characteristics of Kingdoms
- Animal kingdom: multicellular, heterotrophic, and characteristics vary
- Plant kingdom: multicellular, autotrophic, and have photosynthesis
- Fungi kingdom: can be unicellular or multicellular, heterotrophic, and absorb nutrients by decomposing dead organisms
- Protist kingdom: can be unicellular or multicellular, autotrophic or heterotrophic, and have simple structure, most live in water
- Monera kingdom: unicellular, heterotrophic, and microscopic
Autotrophs and Heterotrophs
- Autotrophs: organisms that make their own food
- Heterotrophs: organisms that consume other organisms
Classification of Organisms
- Can be classified according to their structure or function
- Structure: body's characteristics/features
- Function: how the body works
Vertebrates and Invertebrates
- Vertebrates: animals with a backbone/spine
- Invertebrates: animals without a backbone/spine
Vertebrate Classes
- The 5 vertebrate classes are: Fish, Amphibians, Reptiles, Mammals, and Birds
Invertebrates
- Examples of invertebrates include: insects, arachnids, and crustaceans
Biology and Classification
- Biology: the study of living things
- Classification: the grouping of things based on similar characteristics
- Living things are made up of cells and can be classified as unicellular or multicellular
Characteristics of Living Things
- The 7 characteristics of living things are:
- Movement
- Respiration
- Sensitivity
- Growth
- Reproduction
- Excretion
- Nutrition
Naming Species
- Each species has a common name and a scientific name/binomial nomenclature
- Scientific name consists of genus and species name
Cells and Organisms
- A cell is the building block of all living things
- An organism is a living thing
- Unicellular organisms are made up of one cell
- Multicellular organisms are made up of many different types of cells
Respiration and Sensitivity
- Respiration: process of converting food into energy
- Sensitivity: the ability to respond to changes in the environment
Identify and understand the characteristics of the five kingdoms of life: Animal, Plant, Fungi, Protist, and Monera. Learn about their distinguishing features and examples.
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