| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Genus | Name of the second- smallest group |
| Vertebrate | animal with a backbone |
| Classification | grouping things by a set of rules |
| Kingdom | name of the largest group |
| Fungi | have many cells and absorb food from other living things |
| Species | name of the smallest group |
| Protist | one-celled or many celled, does have a nucleus |
| Mammal | Vertebrate that has fur and makes milk |
| Invertebrate | animal without a backbone |
| Amphibian | vertebrate that begins life in the water |
| Bacteria | one celled, no nuclei |
| Reptile | vertebrate with dry, scaly, tough skin |
| Archaebacteria | Bacteria that can survive in harsh environments |
| Dichotomous Key | A tool or chart used to identify organisms based on contrasting pairs of characteristics |
| Binomial Nomenclature | A two word latin naming system used to identify all orgainsms. |
