Why classify living organisms?
Why classify living organisms?
Classification helps biologists organise the huge variety of life, communicate clearly, and make predictions about newly discovered organisms. Taxonomy is the science of naming and classifying organisms, and any named group is called a taxon.
Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel A A Level Biology Classification and molecular phylogeny. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong foundation in cell biology and biochemistry early on, since later topics on genetics, ecology and physiology all draw on these core concepts.