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[5th Grade] Science - Classification: Flashcards
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- 1ClassificationThe process of grouping similar things together.
- 2KingdomA major, large group of similar organisms.
- 3SpeciesA single kind or organism that can reproduce among it's own kind.
- 4PhylumA major group within a kingdom
- 5GenusA subdivision within a family.
- 6MamalsAnimals that have hair and produce milk for their young.
- 7InvertebrateAn animal without a backbone.
- 8FishFish are organisms that have scales and live their entire life underwater.
- 9ReptilesAnimals that have scaly skin, and most lay their eggs on land.
- 10BirdsBirds have feathers, which keep them warm and help some fly.
- 11EndoskeletonAn internal skeleton, characteristic of Vertebrates.
- 12ExoskeletonA hard external covering or structure that protects or supports the body.
- 13VertebratesAn animal with a backbone.
- 14AmphibianAmphibian start their life in the water, but when they are adults the live on land.
- 15ProtistA single celled organism.
- 16FungiFungi are decomposers. They break down plants.
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- I DO TAKE NO CREDIT OF THESE DEFINITIONS. THIS IS FROM GEORGIA 5TH GRADE SCIENCE BOOK.
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