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What is the main goal of taxonomy?
What is the main goal of taxonomy?
- To conserve endangered species
- To identify the evolutionary relationships between organisms
- To classify and name organisms based on shared characteristics (correct)
- To study the characteristics of a particular species
What is one of the applications of taxonomy in agriculture?
What is one of the applications of taxonomy in agriculture?
- Discovering new species for medicine
- Identifying disease-causing organisms
- Identifying pests and beneficial organisms (correct)
- Studying the evolutionary relationships between organisms
What is one of the ways taxonomy contributes to conservation efforts?
What is one of the ways taxonomy contributes to conservation efforts?
- By identifying new species
- By studying the evolutionary relationships between organisms
- By prioritizing conservation efforts
- By identifying endangered species (correct)
What is one of the ways taxonomy helps in understanding the diversity of life on Earth?
What is one of the ways taxonomy helps in understanding the diversity of life on Earth?
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What is the significance of taxonomy in medicine?
What is the significance of taxonomy in medicine?
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What is bioprospecting?
What is bioprospecting?
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