Directions: Match Column A with the answers in Column B. Write the letter of the correct answer. Column A: 1. A biological classification, just below the domain, used to group together all forms of life that share fundamental structural and functional characteristics. 2. A classification level beneath kingdom and groups together organisms with similar body plans or structures, allowing scientists to further categorize and study different types of living things. 3. A classification level below phylum and groups together organisms that share even more specific characteristics. It consist of several orders. 4. Classification level beneath class and further organizes organisms based on even more specific similarities in their characteristics and behaviors. Consist of several related families. 5. Consist of several related genera (singular: Genus) 6. Consist of several related species 7. The specific level of organism classification in biological taxonomy, representing a group of individuals that can interbreed and produce offspring in natural conditions.Column B: A. Family B. Kingdom C. Order D. Class E. Species F. Genus G. Phylum
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1. B. KingdomThe Kingdom is one of the highest ranks in biological taxonomy. It classifies organisms based on basic features like cell type (prokaryotic or eukaryotic), nutrition, and body organization. Examples: Animalia (animals), Plantae (plants), Fungi.2. G. PhylumPhylum groups organisms with similar body structures or organization. For example, Chordata includes animals with a spinal cord, like mammals, birds, and fish.3. D. ClassClass is more specific than phylum. For instance, in the phylum Chordata, the class Mammalia includes animals that have fur and produce milk.4. C. OrderOrder further narrows down organisms within a class. For example, Carnivora is the order that includes meat-eating mammals like cats, dogs, and bears.5. A. FamilyFamily is a group of related genera. For example, the family Felidae includes all cat-like animals such as lions, tigers, and domestic cats.6. F. GenusGenus groups species that are closely related. For example, Panthera is a genus that includes lions (Panthera leo) and tigers (Panthera tigris).7. E. SpeciesSpecies is the most specific level. It refers to organisms that can breed and produce fertile offspring. For example, humans are Homo sapiens.
