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ECS Biology 8c
Taxonomy Terminology
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| artificial classification system | based on observable characteristics |
| Biblical kind | natural grouping of organisms with the ability to reproduce |
| binomial nomenclature | two name naming system |
| biological keys | a series of questions to be asked about specimen to determine classification |
| ecotypes | organisms that appear the same but are not suited for the same environment so do not interbreed |
| natural system of classification | system based on genetic similarities, not on physical characteristics |
| scientific name | genus-species |
| species | group of physically similar organisms |
| taxonomy | science of classifying organisms into groups |