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LS Classification
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| classification | the process of grouping things based on their similarities |
| taxonomy | the scientific study of how organisms are classified |
| binomial nomenclature | the naming system for organisms where each organism is given a unique, two-part scientific name consisting of the genus and species of the organism |
| genus | a classification grouping that contains similar, closely-related organisms |
| species | a group of similar organisms that can mate with each other and produce offspring that can also mate and reproduce |
| levels of classification in order (Biggest [most general] to Smallest [most specific]) | Domain Kingdom Phylum Class Order Family Genus Species |