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UNIT 1: Classification

UNIT 1: Classification . Classification. How/Why do we classify? Makes objects easier to study, identify, discuss Based on grouping similar characteristics TAXONOMY= The study of classification. Carolus Linneaus (1735) . Linnaean Taxonomy. K ingdom (most general) K ing

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UNIT 1: Classification

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  1. UNIT 1: Classification

  2. Classification How/Why do we classify? Makes objects easier to study, identify, discuss Based on grouping similar characteristics TAXONOMY= The study of classification

  3. CarolusLinneaus (1735)

  4. Linnaean Taxonomy Kingdom (most general) King Phylum Philip Class Came Order Over Family For Genus Grasshopper Species (most specific) Soup

  5. Binomial nomenclature 2 names = Genus + species Genus, species ex. Homo sapiens Felisdomesticus Canis familiaris If you know the genus and species, you know ALL the other categories!

  6. SPECIES + = A group of organisms that can produce offspring AND their offspring can also reproduce

  7. DICHOTOMOUS KEY 1 used to identify organisms based on physical characteristics pairs of opposing questions AKA: “taxonomic key”

  8. 1a) Does it have feathers? Go to 2 1b) Does it NOT have feathers? Go to 3 2a) Does it have webbed feet? Duck 2b) Does it NOT have webbed feet? Hen 3a) Does it have legs? Lizard 3b) Does it not have legs? Snake

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