Your teacher describes an organism that digests its food externally before absorbing it. You also find out that this organism cannot move. Based on what you’ve learned, this organism is most likely a(n)(1 point)

fungus.

What is the lowest level of taxonomic classification (i.e., the narrowest)?(1 point)

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class
class

genus
genus

species
species

order

species

What is the name of a specific type of model that shows how animals diverge during evolution?(1 point)

Responses

diagram
diagram

hierarchy
hierarchy

taxonomy
taxonomy

cladogram

cladogram

A grasshopper is an arthropod. Based on the grasshopper’s characteristics, which other animal likely belongs to this group?(1 point)

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tapeworm
tapeworm

mosquito
mosquito

coral
coral

clam

mosquito

In one or two sentences, explain how cats and dogs, both mammals, could be classified as distinct animals. What characteristics set them apart from one another?(2 points)

Cats and dogs are distinct animals as they belong to different genus and species within the mammal class. Cats are known for their retractable claws, independent nature, and a preference for hunting small prey, while dogs are often bigger and more social, enjoying playing catch and going on walks with their owners. Additionally, cats have a carnivorous diet, while dogs can typically thrive on a omnivorous one.