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Assertion: The term 'species' is given by John Ray.
Reason: The species are a distinct unit of diversity.

A

Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion

B

Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion

C

Assertion is true, but Reason is false

D

Assertion is false, but Reason is true

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The correct Answer is:
B
The term species was given by John Ray. These are distinct units of diversity and take part a specific role in an ecosystem.
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