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Which of the following taxonomic aids follows an analytical method, and has a list of statements which are used for identifying organisms?

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Herbarium
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Key
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Museum
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Both A and B
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Solution

The correct option is B Key
Taxonomic key is a taxonomical aid used for identification of plants and animals based on the similarities and dissimilarities. It has a list of statements which are used for identifying organisms. Each statement in the key is called a lead. Separate taxonomic keys are required for each taxonomic category such as family, genus and species for identification purposes. Keys are generally analytical in nature.

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