Biodiversity in the Ocean
Science

The two-word (genus and species) naming system for organisms, like homo sapiens
Binomial nomenclature
The two-word genus and species naming system for organisms, like homo sapiens, is called binomial nomenclature. Binomial nomenclature is a method used to give each species a unique, universally accepted scientific name.

Animal behavior where some individuals have higher social rank and more privileges
Dominance hierarchy
Animal behavior where some individuals have higher social rank and more privileges. Dominance hierarchy. In science, dominance hierarchy refers to a social structure in which individuals are ranked according to their level of authority and access to resources.

When a male reproductive cell (sperm) joins with a female reproductive cell (egg)
Fertilization
When a male reproductive cell sperm joins with a female reproductive cell egg, fertilization occurs. Fertilization is the process where the sperm and egg combine to form a new cell, starting the development of a new organism.

The variety of inheritable characteristics or genes in an interbreeding population
Genetic diversity
The variety of inheritable characteristics or genes in an interbreeding population. Genetic diversity. Genetic diversity is the range of different genes within a species, which helps populations adapt and survive environmental changes.