Concept and Uses of Classification Systems Quiz
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1. Which of these best defines a species?
- A. Any group of organisms that look similar
- B. A group of organisms that can reproduce to produce fertile offspring
- C. A group of organisms living in the same habitat
- D. A single named organism
2. In the binomial name Panthera leo, what does 'Panthera' represent?
- A. The species
- B. The genus
- C. The kingdom
- D. The family
3. Which of the following is a feature used in a dichotomous key question?
- A. A vague description of habitat
- B. A clearly identifiable, paired feature (e.g. presence or absence of legs)
- C. The organism's common name only
- D. Its evolutionary age
4. Two groups of organisms have very similar DNA base sequences. What does this suggest?
- A. They live in the same country
- B. They eat the same food
- C. They share a more recent common ancestor
- D. They are the same species
5. Which statement about viruses and classification is correct?
- A. Viruses form a sixth kingdom
- B. Viruses are classified within the prokaryote kingdom
- C. Viruses are made of a protein coat and genetic material and sit outside the five-kingdom system
- D. Viruses are classified as protoctists