Question

Which is the highest category of taxonomy?

• A. Kingdom
• B. Phylum
• C. Genus
• D. Species

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Kingdom

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The highest taxonomic category is ‘kingdom’.
2. It is divided into subgroups at various levels.
3. Animalia, Plantae, Fungi, Protista, and Monera are the five kingdoms that makeup living beings.
4. Since the kingdom is the highest categorization level.
5. Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

In a phylum, the organisms are grouped together according to similarities and differences between them.

Option C:

Genus is a group of species that share many characteristics in common.

Option D:

A species is a group of individuals with identical physical characteristics that may breed and produce viable offspring of the same species.

Final answer: Kingdom is the highest category of taxonomy.