Question Details

In hierarchy of classification order is present between

Options

A

family and genus

B

family and class

C

family and species

D

Phylum and kingdom

Correct Answer :

family and class

Solution :

The correct option/answer is "family and class".

To understand the position of "Order" in the taxonomic hierarchy, let us review the taxonomic ranks in descending order (from highest/broadest to lowest/most specific):

1. Kingdom
2. Phylum (for animals) / Division (for plants)
3. Class
4. Order
5. Family
6. Genus
7. Species

Looking at this hierarchical sequence, we can see that "Order" is positioned directly below Class and directly above Family. Therefore, Order is present between Class and Family (or family and class).

Let us evaluate the given options based on this sequence:
- family and genus: The rank between family and genus is none; they are consecutive.
- family and class: The rank of Order lies directly between class and family. This makes this option correct.
- family and species: The rank between family and species is genus.
- Phylum and kingdom: There is no taxonomic rank between Kingdom and Phylum.

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