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Key facts
Kingdoms and binomial nomenclature — fill in the table
| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Kingdoms | |
| Classification hierarchy | |
| Mnemonic | |
| Binomial nomenclature | |
| Naming convention | |
Three-domain system (Carl Woese) — fill in the table
| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Three-domain system | |
| Archaea | |
| Bacteria | |
| Eukarya | |
| Phylogenetics | |
| DNA analysis | |
Exam questions — 2 questions · 9 marks
⚡ Extended questions included. Read the hint. Write in full sentences. AI marks against the AQA mark scheme.
1 markBinomial nomenclatureAQA 8461 style
The scientific name for the domestic dog is Canis lupus familiaris. What does "Canis" represent?
A The species name
B The genus name
C The kingdom name
D The family name
1 markThree domainsAQA 8461 style
What was Carl Woese's contribution to biological classification?
A He invented the five-kingdom classification system
B He proposed the three-domain system based on analysis of ribosomal RNA sequences, distinguishing Archaea, Bacteria and Eukarya
C He classified all organisms using only physical characteristics
D He first used the binomial naming system
Quick recall flashcards
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