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Classification
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| classification | to put things together in groups based on similar characteristics |
| organism | a living thing |
| 8 levels of classification | Domain > Kingdom > Phylum (Division) > Class > Order > Family > Genus > Species |
| Domain | the highest level of classification. It is further divided into Kingdoms. Example: Eukarya |
| Kingdom | the second highest level of classification. It is further divided into Phyla/Divisions. Example: Animal |
| Phylum | the third highest level of classification for Protista and Animals. Example: Chordata |
| Genus | the second smallest level of classification. Organisms in the same _______________ are very closely related but do not have exactly the same set of chromosomes. Example: Canis |
| Species | the smallest level of classification. Organisms in the same _______________ have the same set of chromosomes and can mate to produce more of the same organisms. Example: Canis lupu |
| binomial nomenclature | The two-word naming system that creates a unique scientific name for each species Example: Canis lupus |
| common name | a non-scientific name for an organism used by people in a specific area |
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