Question

Natural system of classification is based on

• A. Morphology
• B. Phylogeny
• C. Morphology and Affinities
• D. Ontogeny

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Morphology and Affinities

• Michael Adanson was the first scientist to reject all the artificial systems and support the natural systems of classification.
  
• Natural system of classification is that in which all-natural characteristics of plants, both vegetative and reproductive characters are taken into consideration.
• Phylogenetic system of classification is the one based on the phylogeny of a group of organisms, the relationship is depicted either through a phylogram, phylogenetic tree, or a cladogram.
  
• Natural system of classification is a biological classification based upon morphological and anatomical relationships and affinities.
  

So the correct answer is option C.