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What is taxonomy?
What is taxonomy?
- The study of evolutionary relationships among organisms
- The study of ancient Greek methods
- The scientific study of naming, defining, and classifying groups of biological organisms based on shared characteristics (correct)
- The classification of organisms based on their habitat
What is a taxon?
What is a taxon?
- A system of ancient Greek taxonomy
- A method of naming organisms
- A classification based on habitat
- A group of biological organisms (correct)
Who is regarded as the founder of the current system of taxonomy?
Who is regarded as the founder of the current system of taxonomy?
- Carl Linnaeus (correct)
- Charles Darwin
- Alfred Russel Wallace
- Gregor Mendel
What is the principal rank in modern use just below kingdom?
What is the principal rank in modern use just below kingdom?
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What did Carl Linnaeus develop for naming organisms?
What did Carl Linnaeus develop for naming organisms?
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Study Notes
Taxonomy Basics
- Taxonomy is the science of grouping living things into categories based on their shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships.
Key Concepts
- A taxon is a category or group in a taxonomic system, representing a level of classification, such as a species, genus, or family.
History of Taxonomy
- Carolus Linnaeus, a Swedish botanist, physician, and zoologist, is regarded as the founder of the current system of taxonomy.
Ranks in Taxonomy
- The principal rank in modern use, just below the kingdom, is the phylum (in zoology) or division (in botany).
Binomial Nomenclature
- Carl Linnaeus developed the binomial nomenclature, a system for naming organisms using a two-part name consisting of a genus and species, for example, Homo sapiens.
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Test your knowledge of biological classification and taxonomy with this quiz. Explore the scientific study of naming, defining, and classifying groups of organisms based on shared characteristics. Learn about taxa, taxonomic ranks, and the methods used in organizing biological diversity.
