What is the difference between a domain and a kingdom? (science)
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A domain is a taxonomic category above the kingdom level. The three domains are: Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukarya, which are the major categories of life. Essentially, domains are superkingdoms. A kingdom is a taxonomic group that contains one or more phyla. The four traditional kingdoms of Eukarya include: Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.
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Difference between domain and kingdom is given below -
- Domain is also known as empire or super kingdom. It has highest rank and is superior than kingdom. There are three domains namely bacteria, eukarya and archea.
- Kingdom is below domain and holds second highest rank. There are five kingdoms namely Monera, Protista, fungi, plantae and animalia. Further lower level of kingdom is phylum.
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