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What is taxonomy?
The science of classification of living organisms
Who is called the Father of Taxonomy?
Carolus Linnaeus
What is binomial nomenclature?
A system of giving each organism a two-part scientific name (genus + species)
What are the seven levels of classification?
Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species
What is the scientific name of humans?
Homo sapiens
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