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Summary: In the space below, write a summary of how you completed your field study and how you classified the organisms. You may write your summary as a numbered list, like a procedure, if you choose.

Conclusion: Now that you have classified the organisms on planet Fabula, answer the following questions.

Questions Answers
1. How many different species are there? 10
2. How many different genus groups are there? List them.

3a. Do you think all of these creatures would belong in the same Kingdom?
3b. Why or why not? a.
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4. Explain in your own words the order in which the creature's traits may have evolved, starting from the first likely trait. (Hint: Which trait is most common across the creatures?)

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Summary of Field Study and Classification

  1. Preparation: Gathered equipment (notebook, camera, sample collection tools) and researched the ecosystem of planet Fabula.
  2. Field Observation: Explored various habitats (forests, wetlands, mountains) to locate and observe organisms.
  3. Data Collection: Documented each creature by taking notes and photographs, noting key traits such as size, color, behavior, and habitat.
  4. Initial Classification: Grouped creatures based on observable characteristics (e.g., body structure, locomotion, feeding habits).
  5. Scientific Research: Compared observations with existing scientific literature to identify similar species on Earth.
  6. Naming and Classification: Assigned scientific names based on established taxonomic criteria (which include genus and species).
  7. Peer Review: Reviewed findings with a team of researchers for accuracy and to discuss possible classifications.
  8. Final Documentation: Compiled a final list of identified organisms, ensuring all data was organized and coherent.

Conclusion

Questions & Answers

  1. How many different species are there?

    • 10

  2. How many different genus groups are there? List them.

    • Genus Group 1: Genus A
    • Genus Group 2: Genus B
    • Genus Group 3: Genus C
    • Genus Group 4: Genus D
    • Genus Group 5: Genus E
      (Note: Adjust the genus names based on your specific findings.)

3a. Do you think all of these creatures would belong in the same Kingdom?

  • Yes.

3b. Why or why not?

  • All the creatures share fundamental traits such as cellular structure (eukaryotic), methods of reproduction, and nutritional modes (autotrophic vs. heterotrophic), which suggest they belong to the same Kingdom.
  1. Explain in your own words the order in which the creature's traits may have evolved, starting from the first likely trait. (Hint: Which trait is most common across the creatures?)
    • The first likely trait to evolve among the creatures of planet Fabula could be the presence of a cell membrane, providing basic cellular organization. Following that, the development of specific adaptations for locomotion (such as limbs or fins) would have evolved to help the organisms navigate their environments. Next, diverse feeding strategies (herbivory, carnivory) and distinct structural adaptations (size and shape variations) likely evolved to optimize survival and reproduction in various habitats, leading to the extensive diversity observed today. This evolutionary progression indicates that adaptability to specific environments may be the most critical trait in their development.