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Classification of Organisms:

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Scientists classify organisms though a system which looks at internal and external characteristics.  To the right is the system, from the broadest grouping to the most specific grouping, by which scientists group animals, plants, and all other organisms.  Organisms in the broadest groups - kingdoms and phylums - share several common traits but also have many differences.  As we move down the classification ladder, organisms are removed from the categories as they have less in common with the specific organism being studied.


Below is an example of how the system is used to come up with the very specific scientific name for a grizzly bear.

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