Describe Key as a taxonomical aid.

Vedclass pdf generator app on play store
Vedclass iOS app on app store
(N/A) $\rightarrow$ Key is a taxonomical aid used for the identification of plants and animals based on similarities and dissimilarities.
$\rightarrow$ The keys are based on contrasting characters,generally in a pair called a couplet.
$\rightarrow$ It represents the choice made between two opposite options.
$\rightarrow$ This results in the acceptance of only one and the rejection of the other.
$\rightarrow$ Each statement in the key is called a lead.
$\rightarrow$ Separate taxonomic keys are required for each taxonomic category,such as family,genus,and species,for identification purposes.
$\rightarrow$ Keys are generally analytical in nature.

Explore More

Similar Questions

Which of the following is $NOT$ consistent with the purpose of biological classification and taxonomic collections?

For identifying organisms through a key,usually:

Match the following locations with their respective zoological parks:
Column-$I$ (Location)Column-$II$ (Zoological Park)
$A$. Chennai$i$. Zoological Park
$B$. Ahmedabad$ii$. Rani Jijamata Udyan
$C$. Mumbai$iii$. Nehru Zoological Park
$D$. Hyderabad$iv$. Safari Park
$v$. Arignar Anna Zoological Park

Which of the following can provide taxonomical relationships?

Which solution is used to preserve specimens in a jar?

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo