Question

Evolutionary classification is called as

• A. Artificial system
• B. Natural system
• C. Phylogenetic system
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Phylogenetic system

The artificial system of classification is based on one or more superficial, arbitrary, easily observable characters.

Natural classification uses characters pertaining to morphology, cytology, anatomy, physiology, biochemistry etc. to classify into the homogenous group of related organisms.

Classification based on the evolutionary relationship of organisms is referred to as phylogenetic classification/evolutionary classification. It takes into account the ancestral relationship, lineages and evolutionary history of taxonomic group/individuals for classification. Hence, option C is correct.