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PhyloCode: Concept, History and Advantages | Taxonomy

In this article we will discuss about PhyloCode (Phylogenetic Code) which presently governs only clade names:- 1. Concept of PhyloCode 2. History of PhyloCode 3. Implications 4. Advantages. Concept of Phylocode: The Linnaean system of binomial nomenclature is now becoming unsuitable to govern the naming of clade and species. Clade is a group in which every member shares a common [...]

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Herbarium: Functions, Kinds and Importance | Systematic Botany

In this article we will discuss about Herbarium which was initiated by an Italian Taxonomist Luca Ghini:- 1. Meaning of Herbarium 2. Functions of Herbarium 3. Kinds 4. Important Herbaria of the World 5. Making of Herbarium. Contents: Meaning of Herbarium Functions of Herbarium Kinds of Herbaria Important Herbaria of the World Making of Herbarium 1. Meaning of Herbarium: Herbarium [...]

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Tools of Systematic Botany| Taxonomy

In this article we will discuss about the Tools of Systematic Botany:- 1. Geographic Information System 2. Molecular Techniques. 1. Geographic Information System (GIS): The latest technique used as a tool in Biosystematics is Remote sensing and the use of computer. Remote sensing is carried out by satellites to get an idea of the particular phytogeographical area. It was first [...]

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