Programs for Grade 11

Classification and Diversity

Scientists classify organisms according to a specific guideline established by Linnaeus.  This classification system is used to organize species into workable groups of living things that are similar in many ways.  This lesson focuses on the methods of classification, characteristics used in the classification of living things and biodiversity.  Links to the anatomy and physiology strand of the grade 11 biology curriculum will be made in the context of Linnaean classification.

Objectives

Discuss the hierarchical system of classification system used to classify all living things.  Discuss anatomical and physiological attributes used in classification. Study classification in light of biodiversity and biogeography.

Key Concepts/Words

Anatomy, biodiversity, biogeography, classification, ecosystem, habitat, niche, phylogeny, physiology, variation, natural selection.

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