The science of naming, grouping and classifying plants and animals is known as
A
Cytology
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B
Taxonomy
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C
Exobiology
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D
Virology
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Solution
The correct option is B Taxonomy The organised study of knowledge is known as science. There are different branches of science which deal with the study of a particular aspect or field. The science of naming, arranging and classifying the living organisms is known as taxonomy. The lower organisms, plants and animals are classified by using taxonomic hierarchical ranks or categories on the basis of their similarities and differences.