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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Methods of Classification

Question 8 • EBR - Biology B-CR UPDATED

Domain is a newer portion of the classification system that includes Eukarya and Prokarya. What information most likely dictated that this new level be created?

Answer
A
New data about the geographic location of organisms
B
New data about evolutionary relationship between organisms
C
New data about the behavior and interactions of organisms in the wild
D
New data about the physical appearance of organisms

Explanation

The domain level was added when new evidence showed that some organisms previously grouped together were more distantly related than their visible traits suggested. Molecular evidence, such as comparisons of DNA and RNA, helps reveal evolutionary relationships. Therefore, new data about evolutionary relationships most likely led to creating this classification level.

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