Question

Define Taxonomy. Short answer needed.

Answer 1

Taxonomy is the science of describing and naming groups of biological organisms on the basis of shared characteristics.

Answer 2

Answer:

Taxonomy is the scientific process of classifying and naming of living organisms.

Explanation:

Taxonomy makes use of the differences and the similarities that living organisms have to put them into classes or groups.

The science of taxonomy classifies organisms based on their morphological ( mainly) similarities and differences.

Taxonomy can also be defined as the principles and laws of the classification of living organisms

Taxonomy places each organisms in the following main groups:

Kingdom

Phylum

Order

Family

Genus

Species

Variety