Question

1. what is the broadest category in the modern classification system? a) species b) family c) kingdom d) genus 2. which scientist is known for developing the system of binomial nomenclature? a) charles darwin b) carl linnaeus c) gregor mendel d) rosalind franklin 3. which of the following is not evidence for evolution? a) fossil record b) comparative anatomy c) weather patterns d) molecular biology 4. evolution by natural selection requires: a) identical organisms b) variation in traits c) no reproduction d) sudden extinction

Explanation:

1. In the modern biological classification system, kingdom is the broadest category. Species are the most specific, genus is more general than species but less than family, and family is less broad than kingdom.
2. Carl Linnaeus developed the system of binomial nomenclature which gives each species a two - part scientific name. Darwin is known for the theory of evolution by natural selection, Mendel for genetics, and Franklin for her work on DNA structure.
3. Fossil record, comparative anatomy, and molecular biology are evidence for evolution. Weather patterns have no relation to the biological process of evolution.
4. Evolution by natural selection requires variation in traits. If organisms were identical, there would be no basis for selection. Reproduction is necessary for the passing on of traits, and sudden extinction is not a requirement for natural selection.

Answer:

1. c) Kingdom
2. b) Carl Linnaeus
3. c) Weather patterns
4. b) Variation in traits