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Biological Classification: Taxonomy MCQ

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TaxonomyMediumQuestion 9406

Question

The term taxon refers to:

  1. A
    A taxonomic group at any rank
    Correct
  2. B
    Only a species name
  3. C
    Only a family name
  4. D
    Only a preserved specimen

Correct answer

A taxonomic group at any rank

Explanation

A taxon can be species, genus, family, or any other named classification unit.

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