Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Conservation Biology: Orangutan
Information about the orangutan: its scientific classification, physical features, reproduction, behavior, diet, habitat, threats to its survival, and efforts being taken to protect it. (Published: August 7, 2010)
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Encyclopedia of Earth: Evolutionary Biology: Mammal
Article explaining the basic characteristics of mammals, their diet, reproduction, behavior, conservation concerns, taxonomy, and their evolution. (Published: September 23, 2010)
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Ck 12: Biology: Mammal Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of how placental mammals are classified.
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Ck 12: Biology: Amphibian Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how amphibians are classified into three orders.
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Ck 12: Biology: Vertebrate Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers the nine classes of vertebrates and their distinguishing traits.
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Quia: Scientific Notation Quiz
Quiz on some aspects of biological classification. Provides feedback when answers to the quiz are submitted.
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Biology Wise: Classification and Characteristics of Rotifers
Outlines the classification hierarchy of the phylum Rotifera and describes their characteristics and anatomy. Rotifera have survived for up to 80 million years and continue to play an important role in ecological systems.
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Biology Wise: Volvox Classification
Describes the classification, characteristics, and method of reproduction of Volvox, a green algal species.
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Biology Wise: Classification of Amoeba (Ameba)
Describes the characteristics of amoeba and their classification.
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Ck 12: Episd: Fungi
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discover the kingdom of fungi in the biological classification system.
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The Franklin Institute: Living Things Families
What do centipedes and crabs have in common? What's so special about a backbone? Check this site out from The Franklin Institute if you are interested in biology and classification.
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Ck 12: Biology: Algae
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of the ecology and classification of algae.
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Ck 12: Biology: Seed Plants
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the parts of a seed and the classification and evolution of seed plants.
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Biology Wise: Amoeba Facts
Presents facts about amoebas, including their physical characteristics, reproduction, and classification.
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Biology Wise: A Brief Understanding of Euglena Movement
Describes the characteristics and classification of Euglena, how it reproduces, and how it is able to move through water using its single flagella.
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Biology Wise: Phaeophyta (Brown Algae)
Discusses the characteristics of Phaeophyta or brown algae, where it is found, its classification, some facts about it, and its uses.
Biology Corner
The Biology Corner: Dichotomous Key
Here's a great dichotomous key for beginners. Use gremlin-like creatures to learn how to use more taxonomic keys.
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Ck 12: Biology: Prokaryote Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of classifying prokaryotes and prokaryotic domains.
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Ck 12: Biology: Fish Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses how fish are classified.
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Ck 12: Biology: Invertebrate Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers how invertebrates are classified.
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Ck 12: Biology: Bird Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how birds are classified.
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Ck 12: Biology: Virus Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses how viruses are classified.
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Ck 12: Biology: Bird Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how birds are classified.
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Ck 12: Biology: Fish Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses how fish are classified.