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| dichotomous key | is an identification tool that gives a series of choices of possible species |
| classification | process of sorting organisms into groups based on similarities |
| taxonomy | science of naming and classifying organisms |
| binomial nomenclature | system of naming things using 2 names each. |
| genus | group of species that have similar characteristics |
| seven | how many levels can organisms be classified into. |
| cladogram | branching diagram based on traits that are passed down from common ancestors |
| derived characteristic | trait that has been changed from its ancestral condition through evolution |
| domain | the highest level of classification, higher than kingdoms. (bacteria, archae & eukarya) |
| six | how many kingdoms are there? |
| vertebrates | are animals with backbones |
| invertebrates | the group that contains the most individuals, have no backbone |
