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genus is a group of species composed of

members more closely related to each other

than to species from any other genus.

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What is the definition for genus?

In taxonomy, genus is a rank in the classification of organisms below family and above species. It groups species that are closely related and share common characteristics. Each genus is made up of one or more species.


What term is defined as a series of ordered groupings of items within a system?

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What is the armadillo's genus name?

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What is the definition of the word femininity?

Femininity is often defined as: 'with characteristics of the genus that could produce offspring'. Or 'with regard to a woman, typical attributes of a woman: feminine charm'.


What is the phobia of turkeys?

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What is the flea genus?

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What is a gerbils Latin name?

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Genus of a fish?

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What is a genus with single species?

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Which do you capitalize genus or species?

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