Taxonomy Classification

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding

  • The scientist studied the different species of birds in the rainforest.
  • I love learning about all the different species of animals in the zoo.
  • Check out all the cool species of fish in the aquarium!
  • In a world full of different species of people, it's important to embrace diversity.

noun a system or method used in classification

  • The study of the classification of organisms is known as systematics.
  • Systematics helps scientists understand how different species are related to each other.
  • I never thought I'd be so into systematics, but it's actually really interesting.
  • In a way, systematics is like putting together a giant puzzle of the natural world.

noun a class of marine animals that includes sea anemones and corals

  • The actinozoan is a type of marine animal that includes corals and sea anemones.
  • I saw a cool actinozoan while snorkeling in the reef.
  • That actinozoan is totally rad, dude!
  • Her colorful personality was like an actinozoan, vibrant and captivating.