Define genus.

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN:9781305389892
Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
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Chapter24: Systematics And Phylogenetics: Revealing The Tree Of Life
Section24.4: Traditional Classification And Paraphyletic Groups
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Define genus.

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The classification hierarchy that is used by today’s taxonomist was created by the father of modern taxonomy Carlous Linnaeus. In this system, the animals were divided specifically on the basis of their characteristics. The purpose of subdividing the animals into small taxonomic groups is to understand the relationship among a large number of species.

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