1. Classification

2. Classification:
The grouping of things according to similar characteristics.
We put objects into groups based on how similar they are.

3. Taxonomy The science of classification!
Aristotle- (Ancient Greek philosopher)- Classified organisms as plants or animals.

4. Carolus Linnaeus
Swedish naturalist that grouped organisms by similar structure.
He used Binomial Nomenclature- two part naming system.
He identified creatures by two
names: Genus and species.

5. Modern Classification
Modern scientists use:
Similarities, fossils, and genetics to group organisms today.

6. Mnemonic Device “Dear King Phillip came over for good spaghetti!”
Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class,Order, Family, Genus, Species.

7. Modern Classification
Kingdoms are the largest and most general category.
While species are the smallest and most specific.
Organisms belonging to the same species can reproduce offspring.

8. Scientific Names
Using common names among scientists can cause confusion.
Linnaeus helped solve this problem by developing binomial nomenclature.

9. Examples of Scientific Names:
Acer Rubrum =
Red Maple

10. Homo Sapiens= People

11. Drosophila Melanogaster =
Fruit Fly

12. Acer palmatum dissectum atropurpureum =
Purple Cut leaf
Japanese Maple