Classification

Question 1

Classification

Answer 1

The grouping of organisms based on structural similarities -> species

Question 2

what is classification based on?

Answer 2

• Also based on:
o Geographical location
o Breeding behaviour
o DNA analysis

Question 3

importance of classification

Answer 3

1. Enables us to keep track of particular organisms

2. Determines whether animals fall into a particular group or whether it is a new species

Question 4

How are organism classified

Answer 4

o Binomial system to classify -> genus (capital) and species (lowercase)
o Narrowest category of classification -> species - a group of organisms with similar
structure, function and behaviour
- Similar species grouped in same genus based on gene pool
o HIERARCHICAL SYSTEM – grouping
organisms into more defined groups
o Broadcast category -> domains and
kingdoms
1. Protista
2. Mycota
3. Eubacteria
4. Archaea
5. Plantae
6. Animalia