Which One of the Following Taxonomic Categories Is Defined as a Group

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following taxonomic categories is defined as a group of organisms that are capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring?

• A) class
• B) order
• C) family
• D) species
• E) phylum

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Definitions:

Meiosis

Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in the production of haploid gametes or spores.

Fertilization

The process of combining male (sperm) and female (ovum) gametes to form a zygote, initiating embryonic development in sexually reproducing organisms.

Sporogenesis

The process of spore formation, especially in fungi, algae, mosses, and ferns.

Bacteria

Single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent organisms or as parasites, some of which can cause diseases.