1. BELL WORK You need an Expo board today.
Check your Smiley Face Dichotomous Key answers to the answers posted to the right of the screen.
It was practice so you don’t have to turn it in.

2. What do we know about classification?
There is an 8-level classification system.
The “domain” is very broad and the “species” is most specific.
The scientific two-part name consists of the genus and species.
A dichotomous key can be used to identify an unknown organism.

3. Introduction to Classification
How are living things grouped together?
Use a simple classification key to identify an unknown substance.
Analyze structural, behavioral, and physiological adaptations to predict which populations are likely to survive in a particular environment.
Today’s Goal:
Use a variety of classification keys to identify unknown organisms.

4. Show what you know…
The genus name of the rose Ryan is looking for is rosa. Its specific name is alba. What will it say on the tag identifying the plant? A. alba rosa C. Rosa alba B. Alba rosa D. rosa alba

5. Show what you know…
Elizabeth is studying two types of chimpanzee: Pan troglodytes and Pan paviscus. Based on their names, Elizabeth can conclude that they A. Are not similar B. Have many common characteristics C. Belong to different kingdoms D. Have a few common characteristics, but they are not related

6. Show what you know…
The scientific name for the European white water lily is Nymphaea alba. To which genus does this plant belong?
Nymphaea
alba
Water lily
alba lily

7. Classification Tables:
Classification Keys
Scientists use these keys to help them identify organisms.
Classification Tables:

8. Classification Keys Flow Chart Keys:
Scientists use these keys to help them identify organisms.
Flow Chart Keys:

9. Classification Keys Branching Diagram:
Scientists use these keys to help them identify organisms.
Branching Diagram:

10. Classification Keys Dichotomous Key:
Scientists use these keys to help them identify organisms.
Dichotomous Key:

11. Today’s Expectations…
Each group will need:
Material Manager
Reader
Communicator
Time Manager
Every member is responsible for recording their own work.
Every member should produce quality work for each task.

12. Let’s reflect…
Write one paragraph explaining taxonomy and how binomial nomenclature is important.