Species and Taxonomy Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
State the order of classification
A
Domain
Kingdom
Phylum
Class
Order
Family
Genus
Species
2
Q
How are species organised in the phylogenetic classification system?
A
A hierarchy, smaller groups placed within larger groups, no overlap between groups
3
Q
How are species universally identified?
A
By a binomial consisting of Genus and Species e.g homosapiens
4
Q
What is each group in the classification system called?
A
Taxon (taxa)
5
Q
How do you identify organisms that belong to the same species?
A
If they are able to produce offspring
