Classification and Diversity in Biology
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Classification and Diversity in Biology

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What is the primary basis for grouping things together in classification?

Embryology

Which level of diversity refers to the variety and frequency of communities of organisms and their interactions with the environment?

Ecosystem diversity

What poses a threat to ecosystems according to the text?

Urbanization

What is the significance of genetic diversity within populations?

<p>It allows species to adapt to environmental stresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of taxonomy in agriculture?

<p>To breed according to desirable characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist is credited with developing the Binomial System of naming organisms?

<p>Carl Linnaeus</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Biological Species Concept, what defines a species?

<p>Capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring</p> Signup and view all the answers

In natural classification, what is the basis for grouping organisms?

<p>Common ancestors and evolutionary relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hierarchical taxa is placed below Family in the classification system?

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

What differentiates artificial classification from natural classification?

<p>Natural classification is based on phylogenetic relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

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