Dichotomous Keys

Question 1

Why would a scientist want to identify this species of spider? Check all that apply.

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to compare it to similar spiders; to determine the relationship it has with other organisms; to determine if the spider is safe to handle or not

Question 2

Which observations would be most helpful in identifying this fish? Check all that apply.

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It has a long, narrow body.; It is covered in spots.; The fin on its back is very close to the tail.

Question 3

roughskin newtlong-toed salamander✔ tiger salamander

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✔ tiger salamander

Question 4

starflowerchickweedbowman's root✔ common strawberry

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✔ common strawberry

Question 5

snailworm✔ centipedespider

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✔ centipede

Question 6

Use the dichotomous key to identify the organisms that left these tracks.

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Track A belongs to a .: beaver; Track B belongs to a .: deer

Question 7

Use the dichotomous key to identify the organisms that left these tracks.

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✔ beaver; Track A belongs to a .: beaver; Track B belongs to a .: deer

Question 8

coyote✔ deerbeaverduck

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✔ deer

Dichotomous Keys Answers