Domains & Kingdoms

Most inclusive level of classification; larger than a kingdom

Second level of classification after Domain

Domain of unicellular organisms that lack a nucleus and can be found anywhere on earth; can cause disease in animals

Domain of unicellular prokaryotes that can live in extreme environments and have a unique cell structure

Domain of all organisms whose cells have nuclei, including protists, plants, fungi, and animals

Unicellular organisms that do NOT have a nucleus are described as being

Organisms with cells that contain a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles are described as being

Kingdom that includes organisms that are multicellular, eukaryotic, and heterotrophic

Kingdom that includes organisms that are multicellular and autotrophic. These organisms use photosynthesis to capture energy from the sun to make their own food.

Kingdom made up of organisms that are multicellular, heterotrophic, and break down dead or decaying organisms

Kingdom of organisms that are mostly unicellular, eukaryotic, and include all eukaryotes that are not classified as plants, animals, or fungi

A type of reproduction that involves only one parent and produces offspring that are identical to the parent

A type of reproduction that involves two parents that combine their genetic material to produce a new organism with a unique combination of DNA

An organism that is able to make its own food

An organism that cannot make its own food and must consume other living things