The Art of Classification · Life Science

Dichotomous Keys

Developing and using tools to identify unknown species through a series of choices.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a series of 'yes or no' questions identify every living thing on Earth?
  2. 2What makes a classification key effective or ineffective?
  3. 3How do we identify an organism that does not fit into existing categories?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S7U01
Year: Year 7
Subject: Science
Unit: The Art of Classification
Period: Life Science

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