Classification 0.0 / 5 ? BiologyEcology, ecosystems and environmental biologyASAQA Created by: AliceCreated on: 29-05-14 23:02 Discuss the taxonomic structure. Kingdom Phylum Class Order Family Genus Species 1 of 6 What do we call each group? A taxon 2 of 6 What is a hierarchy? Groups within larger groups of classified organisms, no overlapping 3 of 6 What is a phylogenetic relationship? Shows common ancestors and evolutionary relationships 4 of 6 What is a species? Group of organisms with similar characteristics. From same ecological niche, can interbreed to create fertile offspring 5 of 6 How do we name species? Binomial System - two names - first is generic, genus name for "surname", second is species name in lower case - specific name, individual 6 of 6
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