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A species is the most specific classification and includes organisms that can interbreed, while a genus is a group of closely related species. Related Questions: Why are the following scientists famous for? What is a domain? Name the three domains of life. What are the bases of classification of life into domains? Why is a … Read more
Cell type (prokaryotic/eukaryotic), body structure (unicellular/multicellular), mode of nutrition (autotrophic/heterotrophic), and presence of a cell wall. Related Questions: Why are the following scientists famous for? What is a domain? Name the three domains of life. What are the bases of classification of life into domains? Why is a mule not regarded as a species? What … Read more
Archaea have unique cell membrane lipids and can survive in extreme environments, while Bacteria have peptidoglycan in their cell walls and are more common in moderate environments. Related Questions: Why are the following scientists famous for? What is a domain? Name the three domains of life. What are the bases of classification of life into … Read more
Taxonomy helps classify and name organisms systematically, allowing scientists to study relationships, evolution, and biodiversity. Related Questions: Why are the following scientists famous for? What is a domain? Name the three domains of life. What are the bases of classification of life into domains? Why is a mule not regarded as a species? Define: … Read more
Binomial Nomenclature: Definition, Aims, Principles, and Importance Definition Binomial nomenclature is a system of naming organisms using two Latin or Latinized names: the genus name (capitalized) and the species name (lowercase). This system was introduced by Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus in the 18th century and is universally used in scientific classification. For example, the domestic … Read more
Diagnostic Characteristics of the Four Kingdoms of Domain Eukarya The Domain Eukarya includes all eukaryotic organisms, which have membrane-bound nuclei and organelles. It is divided into four kingdoms: Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. Kingdom Cell Type & Structure Mode of Nutrition Reproduction Mobility Examples Protista Unicellular or simple multicellular, eukaryotic Autotrophic (photosynthetic) or heterotrophic Mostly … Read more
Taxonomic ranks from broadest to most specific: 1. Domain 2. Kingdom 3. Phylum 4. Class 5. Order 6. Family 7. Genus 8. Species Related Questions: Define: How can you differentiate between? Compare the two-kingdom, three-kingdom, and five-kingdom systems of classification. Answer the following with supportive reasons: What is biodiversity? Write the importance of biodiversity in … Read more
Classification is the systematic grouping of organisms based on similarities and evolutionary relationships. Organisms are classified based on: Cell type (prokaryotic or eukaryotic). Body structure (unicellular or multicellular). Mode of nutrition (autotrophic or heterotrophic). Genetic relationships. Related Questions: Define: How can you differentiate between? Compare the two-kingdom, three-kingdom, and five-kingdom systems of classification. Answer the … Read more
Biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth, including species diversity, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity. Importance in ecosystems: Maintains ecological balance (e.g., predator-prey relationships). Supports food chains and nutrient cycles. Enhances ecosystem stability and resilience. Provides resources for medicine, agriculture, and industry. Related Questions: Define: How can you differentiate between? Compare the … Read more
A mule is a hybrid of a horse (Equus caballus) and a donkey (Equus asinus). It is sterile because it has an uneven number of chromosomes, making it incapable of producing offspring. Since a species must be able to reproduce fertile offspring, mules do not qualify as a separate species. Related Questions: Why are the … Read more