Chapter 5.1 Classification Of Organisms.

Question 1

The science of classification according to the inferred (presumed) relationships among organisms.

Answer 1

Taxonomy.

Question 2

A method of naming organisms by using two names - the genus name and the species name. Scientific names are italicized.

Answer 2

Binomial Nomenclature.

Question 3

The first part of a binomial name; includes several species.

Answer 3

Genus.

Question 4

A group of organisms that look alike and can interbreed under natural conditions to produce fertile offspring.

Answer 4

Species.

Question 5

Categories used to classify organisms.

Answer 5

Taxa.

Question 6

A kingdom originally proposed for all unicellular organisms such as the amoeba. More recently, multicellular algae have been added to the kingdom.

Answer 6

Protista.

Question 7

In a five-kingdom system, a kingdom that includes organisms that lac a true nucleus.

Answer 7

Monera.

Question 8

In a six-kingdom system, a kingdom consisting of prokaryotic microorganisms distinct from eubacteria that possess a cell wall not containing peptidoglycan and that live in harsh environments such as salt lakes and thermal vents.

Answer 8

Archaebacteria.

Question 9

In a six-kingdom system a kingdom consisting of prokaryotic microorganisms that posses a peptidoglycan cell wall.

Answer 9

Eubacteria.

Question 10

The history of the evolution of a species or a group of organisms.

Answer 10

Phylogeny.

Question 11

A two part key use to identify living things.

Answer 11

Dichotomous Key.

Di means “two”.