Biology: The Dynamics of Life, North Carolina Edition

Section 1: Classification

Classification

1
A taxon consisting of similar genera is called __________.
A)a class
B)a family
C)an order
D)a division
2
When classifying plants, which of these is the name for a taxon of similar classes?
A)an order
B)a division
C)a kingdom
D)a class
3
When using binomial nomenclature, which of these is the smallest taxon?
A)order
B)genus
C)family
D)species
4
Which of these scientists is credited with developing the system of grouping organisms that is still used today?
A)Linnaeus
B)Darwin
C)Crick
D)Aristotle
5
Which of these is a larger taxa than class?
A)a genus
B)an order
C)a kingdom
D)a species
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