5 Questions
Who is regarded as the founder of the current system of taxonomy?
Carl Linnaeus
What is the scientific study of naming, defining and classifying groups of biological organisms called?
Taxonomy
What is the principal rank in modern taxonomy used in botany in place of phylum?
Division
What is the term for the groups into which organisms are classified in taxonomy?
Taxon
What is the process of creating a taxonomic hierarchy called?
Aggregation
Test your knowledge on taxonomy and the classification of biological organisms in this quiz. Explore the various taxonomic ranks and learn about the methods used in naming and defining groups of organisms based on shared characteristics.
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