taxonomy

Phrases and Components of Taxonomy

What are the Phrases and Components of Taxonomy?

     Taxonomic advancements today can be conveniently divided into four distinct phases encountered in different parts of the world. This system was formulated by Davis and Heywood in 1963. Phases of taxonomy The pioneer or exploratory phase  1. This phase marks the beginning of plant taxonomy, collecting specimens and building herbarium records.  2. These specimens are

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Basic Definition of Taxonomy and Systematics

Basic Definition of Taxonomy and Systematics

        Taxonomy is a very important branch of biology which deals with the classification of living organisms. This word was first used by Augustin P. de Candole who lived during the 18th century and also developed taxonomic hierarchy.  Taxonomy, originating from two Greek words ‘taxis’ means arrangements and ‘nomos‘ means method.           Systematics

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