The Orderly Arrangement of Organisms into a Hierarchy of Taxa

question 12

Multiple Choice

The orderly arrangement of organisms into a hierarchy of taxa is called ______.

• A) classification
• B) identification
• C) nomenclature
• D) experimentation
• E) biotechnology

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Definitions:

Control Theory

A theory in sociology and psychology that explains how external societal rules and internal beliefs and attitudes contribute to individuals conforming to social norms.

Overload Theory

A theory that suggests there is a point at which an increase in the amount of information or stimuli becomes excessive, leading to a decrease in decision quality or individual well-being.

Density-Intensity Theory

A theory suggesting that the strength and cohesion of social groups are influenced by their size and the intensity of interactions among group members.

Territories

Defined areas that are claimed or occupied by a person, group, or organism, often defended against perceived threats or intruders.