Multiple choice

What is the method of arranging organisms into groups or sets on the basis of similarities and differences called?

  1. Nomenclature

  2. Classification

  3. Binomial nomenclature

  4. Taxonomy
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Explanation

(i) Nomenclature is a procedure of assigning names to the kinds and groups of organisms listed in a taxonomic classification. (ii) Classification deals with arranging of organisms into groups or categories on the basis of similarities, differences and relationships. (iii) Taxonomy is a branch of biology which deals with the study of rules and procedures of classification, nomenclature and identification.  

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