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Which term refers to the scientific study of naming and classifying groups of biological organisms based on shared characteristics?
Which term refers to the scientific study of naming and classifying groups of biological organisms based on shared characteristics?
- Biology
- Systematics
- Classification
- Taxonomy (correct)
Which taxonomic rank is used to group organisms into the most inclusive category?
Which taxonomic rank is used to group organisms into the most inclusive category?
- Domain (correct)
- Species
- Phylum
- Genus
Who is regarded as the founder of the current system of taxonomy?
Who is regarded as the founder of the current system of taxonomy?
- Louis Pasteur
- Gregor Mendel
- Carl Linnaeus (correct)
- Charles Darwin
What is the term for the singular form of taxa?
What is the term for the singular form of taxa?
Which term is used to describe the method of naming organisms in taxonomy?
Which term is used to describe the method of naming organisms in taxonomy?
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