Genus represents

An individual plant or animal

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A collection of plants or animals

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Group of closely related species of plants or animals

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None of these

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The correct option is C Group of closely related species of plants or animals
Genus refers to a taxonomic category which comprises a group of closely related plants and animals.
E.g., Panthera leo is lion. Panthera is a genus that has less common characters than species.

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Genus represents

(a) an individual plant or animal

(b) a collection of plants or animals

(d) None of the above

A group of individuals of a plant or animal species, inhabiting a given area is called ___________ .

A group of individuals of a plant or animal species, inhabiting a given area is called

1.	The number and variety of plants, animals, and other organisms	....................
2.	A group or class of animals or plants having certain common and permanent characteristics	....................
3.	The natural environment of a plant or animal species, where it lives, multiplies, and thrives naturally	....................
4.	The numerous species of plants living in their habitat	....................
5.	The numerous species of animals living in their habitat	....................

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