Biosystematic

/ˌbaɪoʊsɪstəˈmætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the classification and organization of living organisms based on their biological relationships and characteristics.

Etymology

From 'bio-' (life) and 'systematic' (organized by system), combining biology with taxonomy principles developed especially in the 20th century.

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Biosystematic studies revealed that whales are actually more closely related to hippos than to fish—DNA doesn't lie about family relationships!

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