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what is taxonomy?
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naming and classifying organisms
2
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Nomenclature
A
system of rules for naming things
3
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How do you name binomial nomenclature?
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Two parts:
Genus then specific epithet
4
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Hierarchy classification in order (broad to specific)
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Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species
DKPCOFGS
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What are the formatting rules for binomial nomenclature?
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Great Scientists Investigae Every Animal
Genus name, Specific epithet, Italicize, Epithets lowercase, Abbreviations
6
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What are the 3 domains of organisms?
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Bacteria, Archaea, Eukarya
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