Questions and Answers
What is the primary focus of the initial system of classification in organisms?
Habits and habitat
In what order are the characteristics of organisms considered in the classification system?
Habits, morphology, embryology, phylogenetic relationship, cytology
What is the most recent method used in the classification of organisms?
Biochemical techniques
What is NOT a factor considered in the classification of organisms?
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What is the primary reason why the classification system has evolved over time?
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Study Notes
Evolution of Classification Systems
- Scientific study is an ongoing process, and new species and organisms are continually being discovered.
- The initial system of classification focused on the habits and habitats of organisms.
- Classification was later expanded to include external morphology as a key factor.
- Morphology and embryology were subsequently incorporated into the classification system.
- The phylogenetic relationship and cytology of organisms were also added to the classification process.
- Modern classification systems utilize biochemical techniques to categorize organisms based on their nucleic acid components.
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Explore the progression of classification systems in biology, from habits and habitats to biochemical techniques.
