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How does taxonomy aid in medical research?

  1. A
    It helps in identifying disease-causing organisms
  2. B
    It only classifies plants
  3. C
    It ignores microbial species
  4. D
    It eliminates the need for genetic studies

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Taxonomy allows doctors and researchers to identify pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites) precisely. Knowing the specific identity of a pathogen is critical for selecting the correct antibiotic or developing a vaccine.

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How does taxonomy aid in medical research?
A
It helps in identifying disease-causing organisms
B
It only classifies plants
C
It ignores microbial species
D
It eliminates the need for genetic studies

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