Question

Every unit of classification regardless of its rank is

• A. Taxon
• B. Variety
• C. Species
• D. Strain

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Taxon

The correct option is : A

Explanation of correct option:

1. In the hierarchical classification, the taxon is an individual level of classification regardless of its rank.
2. At different levels, the taxa are kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option B:

In classification, variety is a rank of particular species.

Option C:

In hierarchical classification, a species is a basic unit for classification and also it is the lowest rank.

Option D:

Strain is also a taxonomic rank which is present on the downside of species as it is a low level of classification.

Final Answer: Every unit of classification regardless of its rank is Taxon.