In the hierarchical system of classification, a family can be defined as ________
A) an overall category containing organisms that share fundamental structures and functions
B) a major subdivision of a phylum or a division containing one or more orders
C) a major subdivision of an order containing one or more genera
D) a group of organisms that are very closely related to one another
E) a group of individuals that are able to interbreed with one another
C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Species that can survive on a wide variety of food are called ____
a. abiotic b. heterotrophs c. specialists d. secondary producers e. generalists
Most rain at middle latitudes is produced by the ice crystal process. This is because ____
A) clouds in these region have below-freezing temperatures at all levels but experience strong uplifts B) clouds in these regions can extend into regions where air temperatures are below freezing C) ice crystals evaporate more slowly than water droplets in clouds of these regions D) most rain occurs during the winter in these regions
The only aspect of science is the gathering of information and the studying of that information
Indicate whether the statement is true or false