classification Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
advantage of using a binomial system to name species
A
- each species has a unique name
- it lets scientists discuss individual species regardless of any language barriers
2
Q
which international system is commonly used to classify organisms?
A
the Linnaean classification system
3
Q
mnemonic
A
King Philip Came Over For Good Soup
4
Q
binomial system
A
named by genus and species
5
Q
linnaean system
A
kingdom, phylum, class, order,
family, genus, species
6
Q
why were new models of classification proposed?
A
- as evidence of internal structures became more developed due to improvements in microscopes
- understanding of biochemical processes progressed
7
Q
who developed three domain system
A
carl woese
8
Q
three domains
A
- archaea (primitive bacteria usually living in extreme environments)
- bacteria (true bacteria)
- eukaryota (which includes protists, fungi, plants and animals)
9
Q
what are evolutionary trees used for?
A
- to show how they
believe organisms are related
