Biology XI Notes - Variety of Life - Theory & Question Answers
Chapter # 05
Theory & Question Answers
Section III - Biodiversity
VARIETY OF LIFE
Classification / Taxonomy: Classification or Taxonomy is defined as techniques of describing, naming, and classifying living organisms on the basis of the similarities and dissimilarities of characters.
Character: A character can be defined as any attribute as a descriptive phrase, referring to form, structure, or behavior of a specific organism for a particular purpose; thus, a character is anything or any feature whose expression can be measured or assessed.