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Genus represents...

Genus represents

A

An individual plant or animal

B

A collection of plants or animal

C

Group of closely related species of plants or animals

D

None of these

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Classification Hierarchy**: The biological classification system is organized in a hierarchical manner. The levels, from broadest to most specific, are: Kingdom, Phylum (or Division), Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species. 2. **Defining Species**: At the base of this hierarchy is the species, which is the most specific level. A species consists of individuals that can interbreed and share similar characteristics. 3. **Identifying Genus**: A genus is defined as a group of species that share similar characteristics or are closely related. It is one level above species in the classification hierarchy. 4. **Distinguishing Genus from Other Levels**: - A genus cannot be an individual plant or animal because it comprises multiple species. - A collection of plants or animals is too vague and does not specifically denote a genus. - The correct definition of genus is that it is a group of closely related species. 5. **Evaluating Options**: - Option A (An individual plant or animal) is incorrect. - Option B (A collection of plants or animals) is also incorrect. - Option C (A group of closely related species) is correct. - Option D (None of the above) is incorrect because option C is valid. 6. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is that the genus represents a group of closely related species. ---
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