5 Questions
Which term refers to the scientific study of naming and classifying groups of biological organisms based on shared characteristics?
Taxonomy
Which taxonomic rank is used to group organisms into the most inclusive category?
Domain
Who is regarded as the founder of the current system of taxonomy?
Carl Linnaeus
What is the term for the singular form of taxa?
Taxon
Which term is used to describe the method of naming organisms in taxonomy?
Binomial nomenclature
Test your knowledge of biological taxonomy with this quiz! Learn about the scientific study of naming, defining, and classifying organisms based on shared characteristics. Explore taxonomic ranks and the formation of inclusive groups.
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