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6.4 Classification of living organisms

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Question 7

Two species of beetle are classified in the same family. Their scientific names are shown below.

SpeciesEarlier scientific nameCurrent scientific name
MLacustrella viridisPaludella viridis
NLacustrella rubraLacustrella rubra

Explain how the revised classification changes what scientists would infer about the relationship between species M and species N. Use evidence from both sets of scientific names and the family classification.

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6.4 Classification of living organisms Questions

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