compares characteristics of unknown organisms to the characteristics of known organisms in order to identify the unknown

any living thing

put things into groups according to properties or features

Carolus Linneaus created a method to organize living things into groups from simplest to most complex

highest or most general group of living things

lowest and most specific level of classification

backbone

no backbone

any living thing

tiny tubes that carry water and nutrients to all parts of a plant

correct order of classification