Taxonomy is the science of classification according to a pre-determined system, with the resulting catalog used to provide a conceptual framework for discussion, analysis, or information retrieval. In theory, the development of a good taxonomy takes into account the importance of separating elements of a group (taxon) into subgroups (taxa) that are mutually exclusive, unambiguous, and taken together, include all possibilities. In practice, a good taxonomy should be simple, easy to remember, and easy to use.

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Taxonomy
Definition of "Taxonomy" by Chat GPT: Taxonomy is the practice and science of classification in biology. It involves organizing and categorizing organisms into hierarchical groups based on shared characteristics. The purpose of taxonomy is to help understand and identify the diversity of life on Earth.
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