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Linnaean taxonomy is a system of classification that divides all living things into hierarchical groups based on their characteristics. (i.e Living things are divided into groups, the groups are then divided into smaller groups and so on until every living thing has a distinct name due to their distinct characteristics.)
The Linnaean taxonomy hierarchy from top to bottom:
1. domain
2. kingdom
3. phylum
4. class
5. order
6. family
7. genus
8. species
9. subspecies (occasionally used)
Why is so much of it still in use?
The system has been continuously refined over the years with different groups being added when a new discovery is made.
Linnaean taxonomy is still in use because the hierarchical system is very efficient in presenting information.
For example, the Linnaean classification of humans gives much information about our characteristics:
Domain: Eukaryota
We are eukaryotes, which means we belong to organisms that are composed of more than one cell. (unlike prokaryotes)
Family: Animalia
We are animals (as opposed to plants and fungi eukaryotes), which means we have practically all animal features.
Phylum: Chordata
We are vertebrates, which means we have a spine. (Unlike jellyfish and such)
Class: Mammalia
We have mammalian features, which included being warm blooded, giving live births and feeding on milk.
Order: Primates
We have primate features, five fingers, non-specific teeth, binocular vision etc.
Family: Hominidae
Hominid features: no tail, omnivorous diet, nails instead of claws etc.
Genus: Homo
We are the only modern species of the genus homo. Features include bipedalism. Other living things may have several species within the same genus.
Species: Homo sapiens
The unique name given to our species with all the features of the above hierarchy.
Subspecies: Homo sapiens sapiens
Some classify modern humans as this subspecies due to differing classifications of other (extinct) species of the genus homo.
Due to efficient manner the information of living organisms is presented, the Linnaean taxonomy will continue to be used.
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Linnaeus developed his classification system for organisms according to?
Linnaeus developed his classification system from
When was the classification system invented?
I think you mean Carolus Linnaeus. THAT'S WHO INVENTED THE CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM!!!!! :)
Linnaeus' smallest category in his classification system was the?
pholocyntheis
What is the largest taxonomic category in Linnaeus's system of classification is?
Phylum
Is the classification system by Carolus Linnaeus still used today?
yes
Linnaeus developed his classification system for organisms according to?
Linnaeus developed his classification system from
When was the classification system invented?
I think you mean Carolus Linnaeus. THAT'S WHO INVENTED THE CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM!!!!! :)
Who made the system of classification?
Carl Linnaeus
Who is given credit for the system of classification?
Linnaeus
When did Linnaeus made classification system?
1753
Compare and contrast the system of classification of Aristotle with Linnaeus?
no
Does linnaeus system of classification work today?
Yes.
Linnaeus' smallest category in his classification system was the?
pholocyntheis
Who invented the classifaction system?
Carolus Linnaeus invented the classification system
What is the difference between the classification systems devised by Aristotle and Linnaeus?
1. Linnaeus made it much more specific. 2. Linnaeus based it on evidence and characteristics. 3. Linnaeus used a hierarchial classification system.
Why is Linnaeus's classification system an upside down triangle?
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What was the smallest group according to linnaeus's classification system?
species
