Animal Classification: Taxonomy and Binomial Nomenclature

Question 1

Binomial nomenclature is a system used to:

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Name species using two words

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Classify animals into different groups

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Study animal evolution scientifically

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Explain the origin of life

Question 2

Which is NOT a rule of binomial nomenclature?

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Change the name over time if needed

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Capitalize the first word

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Italicize the second word

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Make the name unique to each species

Question 3

Why do we use a hierarchical classification system for animals?

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To group animals based on shared traits

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To trace their evolutionary history

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To make them easier to identify

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To name each animal individually

Question 4

In the classification hierarchy, which is the highest level?

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Kingdom

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Phylum

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Class

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Genus

Question 5

Which animal belongs to the genus Canis?

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Dog

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Cat

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Horse

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Elephant

Question 6

The scientific name for a domestic cat is:

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Felis catus

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Canis lupus familiaris

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Equus caballus

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Panthera leo

Question 7

A shared characteristic of animals in the phylum Chordata is:

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Backbone

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Feathers

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Scales

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Wings

Question 8

Why do scientists use binomial nomenclature to classify animals?

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To give each animal species a unique name

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To describe how animals look

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To show where animals live

Question 9

How does animal classification contribute to our understanding of the evolution of life on Earth?

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It organizes animals based on shared traits, showing their evolutionary connections.

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It assigns unique names to animals for easier identification.

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It predicts the size and habitat of animals.

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It has no relevance to our understanding of animal evolution.

Question 10

What is the term for the process of naming and classifying living organisms?

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Taxonomy

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Zoology

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Botany

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Paleontology

Question 11

Who is considered the father of modern taxonomy?

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Linnaeus

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Aristotle

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Darwin

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Mendel

Question 12

What is the term for the two-part scientific name of a species?

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Binomial nomenclature

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Common name

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Vernacular name

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Phyletic name

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a rule of binomial nomenclature?

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The full scientific name should be underlined.

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The genus name is capitalized.

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The species name is italicized.

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The author of the species name should be included if known.

Question 14

What is the genus name for humans?

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Homo

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Canis

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Felis

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Panthera

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a species?

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Species cannot evolve into new species.

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Members of the same species can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.

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Species are reproductively isolated from each other.

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Species have a unique set of genes.

Question 16

What is the process by which new species are formed?

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Speciation

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Natural selection

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Genetic drift

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Mutation

Question 17

Within the hierarchical system used to classify animals, what taxonomic rank is positioned between family and genus?

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Order

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Class

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Phylum

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Species

Question 18

Which of the following animals belongs to the primate group, known for their advanced intelligence and grasping hands?

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Chimpanzee

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Lion

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Fish

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Snake

Question 19

How do subspecies differ from species within the taxonomic classification system?

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Subspecies are more closely related to each other than species

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Species are more closely related to each other than subspecies

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Subspecies and species represent the same taxonomic rank without any distinction

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Subspecies have a broader geographic distribution compared to species

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of constructing a phylogenetic tree?

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To illustrate the evolutionary relationships and branching patterns among different species

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To identify the exact ancestors of a particular species

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To accurately predict the future evolutionary trajectory of a species

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Phylogenetic trees are not used for any specific purpose

Question 21

Which of the following is not considered a type of genetic variation that can contribute to evolutionary change?

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Natural selection, which favors certain traits based on environmental pressures

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Mutations that introduce new genetic material

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Recombination, where genetic material is exchanged between chromosomes

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Gene duplication, resulting in the presence of multiple copies of a gene

Question 22

In animal classification, what does the term 'monophyletic' mean and how does it help us understand evolutionary relationships?

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A monophyletic group includes all descendants of a common ancestor and shares derived characteristics.

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A polyphyletic group includes some, but not all, descendants of a common ancestor.

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A paraphyletic group contains an ancestor species but not all its descendants.

Question 23

What is the overall purpose of taxonomy in biology?

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To organize and classify living organisms based on shared characteristics

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To identify and name new species based on their unique features

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To study the evolutionary relationships between different species

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To understand the behavior and ecology of individual species

Question 24

Which of the following is not a recognized taxonomic rank in the Linnaean system of classification?

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Tribe

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Kingdom

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Order

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Genus

Question 25

In binomial nomenclature, what does the second part of the name (the species name) typically indicate?

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Specific characteristics that distinguish it from other species in the same genus

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General characteristics of the organism

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The geographic location where the species is found

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The common name of the species

Question 26

Which of these animals belongs to the class Mammalia?

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Dog

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Shark

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Turtle

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Frog

Question 27

What is the genus name for the species Equus ferus caballus?

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Equus

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Caballus

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Ferus

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Mammalia

Question 28

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of invertebrates?

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Lack of a backbone

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Closed circulatory system

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Warm-bloodedness

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Presence of hair or fur

Question 29

What is the scientific name for the giant panda?

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Ailuropoda melanoleuca

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Ursus arctos

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Panthera leo

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Elephas maximus

Question 30

Which of the following is not one of the major kingdoms in the biological classification system?

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Insecta

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Animalia

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Plantae

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Fungi

Question 31

What is the main purpose of the International Code of Zoological Nomenclature?

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To establish standardized rules for naming animals

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To classify animals into different taxonomic groups

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To study the evolutionary history of animals

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To protect endangered animal species

Question 32

_Homo sapiens_ is the scientific name for humans. What naming system is this?

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Binomial nomenclature

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Polynomial nomenclature

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Trinomial nomenclature

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Common nomenclature

Question 33

What is the genus name of the domestic cat?

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Felis

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Canis

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Equus

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Sus

Question 34

What is the main purpose of a type specimen in taxonomy?

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To act as a reference for a species

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To be used for genetic analysis

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To be preserved in captivity

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To be used for anatomical studies

Question 35

Which of these is NOT a requirement for a valid scientific species name?

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Cannot include numbers or symbols

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Must be in Latin or Latinized form

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Must be unique within the genus

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Must be based on a type specimen

Question 36

What is the primary goal of taxonomy?

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To classify and organize all living things

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To study the relationships between organisms

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To develop new medicines

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To explore the anatomy of organisms

Question 37

What is the difference between a monophyletic group and a paraphyletic group?

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A monophyletic group includes all descendants of a common ancestor, while a paraphyletic group excludes some descendants

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A paraphyletic group includes all descendants of a common ancestor, while a monophyletic group excludes some descendants

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A monophyletic group is based on shared derived traits, while a paraphyletic group is based on shared primitive traits

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A paraphyletic group is based on shared derived traits, while a monophyletic group is based on shared primitive traits

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a genetic analysis technique?

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X-ray analysis

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Gel electrophoresis

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DNA sequencing

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Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Question 39

What is DNA barcoding used for in taxonomy?

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Identifying species using DNA sequences

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Classifying organisms into different groups

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Studying the anatomy and physiology of organisms

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Developing new treatments

Question 40

What is the scientific name for the species of animal commonly known as a dog?

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Canis lupus familiaris

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Domestic dog

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Hound

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German Shepherd

Question 41

Why are standardized databases and naming systems crucial for scientific research?

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They ensure scientists use the same names and identify species consistently.

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They help scientists trace the evolution of species over time.

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They eliminate the need for scientists to learn different languages.

Question 42

The scientific name for a domestic cat is:

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Felis catus

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Canis lupus familiaris (dog)

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Sus scrofa domesticus (pig)

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Equus caballus (horse)

Question 43

Which of the following represents the correct order of taxonomic levels, from most general to most specific?

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Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species

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Kingdom, Domain, Phylum, Class, Family, Order, Genus, Species

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Domain, Kingdom, Class, Phylum, Order, Family, Genus, Species

Question 44

One of the key characteristics of a species is:

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Individuals can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.

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Individuals have similar physical appearances.

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Individuals live in the same geographical area.

Question 45

The primary purpose of binomial nomenclature is to:

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Provide a standardized and universally accepted way of naming species.

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Describe the physical characteristics of a species.

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Indicate the evolutionary relationships between species.

Question 46

The genus name shared by both lions and tigers is:

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Panthera

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Equus (horses)

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Canis (dogs)

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Felis (domestic cats)

Question 47

One limitation of using binomial nomenclature is that it:

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Does not provide information about the evolutionary relationships between species.

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Can be confusing when different species have similar common names.

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Is difficult to remember the scientific names of species.

Question 48

The phylum that includes insects is:

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Arthropoda

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Cnidaria (jellyfish, corals)

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Mollusca (snails, clams)

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Chordata (vertebrates)

Question 49

The class that includes birds is:

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Aves

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Reptilia (reptiles)

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Amphibia (frogs, toads)

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Mammalia (mammals)