Question

Which of the following system of classification utilizes results from numerical, chemotaxonomy and cytotaxonomy?

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

Answer 1

The correct option is C Phylogenetic system of classification

Phylogenetic system of classification is based on evolutionary relationships between the various organisms. This assumes that organisms belonging to the same taxa have a common ancestor. Fossil evidences help in this process but when they are not available.
We can use utilize information from - Numerical Taxonomy, cytotaxonomy, chemotaxonomy to help resolve difficulties in classification.