The Gulf Coast Toad, Mexican Treefrog, and Couches Spadefoot Toad are all common species of amphibians found in the central Texas area. Why is having a scientific name for each one important? a. If some of these go extinct due to climate change their names will not have to be changed. b. It allows all organisms to be placed into several varieties of taxonomic ranks. c. To make naming and grouping of all organisms standard across the world. d. If new amphibians are found the current taxonomic rank will not have to change.

In 2015, about ten percent of total u.s. energy consumption was from renewable energy sources. renewable energy plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. when renewable energy sources are used, the demand for fossil fuels is reduced. sanjay and his family want to cut back on their use of non-renewable resources at home. they are thinking of an alternate way to heat their home without adding more greenhouse gases or pollutants to the environment. which renewable resource would not fit into their plan? a) solar power b) burning wood c) constructing a wind turbine eliminate d) generating hydroelectric power