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Species refer to a group of living organisms that share common characteristics and can interbreed to produce offspring. They are the basic unit of classification in biology and are defined by their genetic similarity and physical traits.  Different Types of Species and their Descriptions The classification of species is important in understanding the diversity of life on Earth and in studying the relationships between different organisms. In biology, all plants and animals are divided into different species. In this article let's look at the different types of species :  Name of the Species  Description  Morpho species These are the species erected on the bases of morphological characters. Taxonomic species  These species have a definite binomial name. Sibling species  The species that do not interbreed, but are difficult to separate on the basis of morphological characters. Allopatric species  Species having exclusive geographic areas are called allopatric species Sympatric specie

When plants are dried, pressed in form, sorted, pasted on a sheet of paper and labelled properly, a collection of them is known as a Herbarium. Prof. of Botany Luca Ghini set up the first herbarium in Pisa in Italy. What is Herbarium? These sheets are arranged in the sequence of the accepted classification system of biology. On the Sheet, the labels are located at the right bottom corner, which provides information about the date and place of collection, There is a whole process through which a herbarium sheet is made of. Role of Herbaria The herbarium is used as a quick reference in taxonomic studies, so it plays a vital role in research and study.  Here are a few points on what role a herbaria play:  Safety of Type Specimen Type specimens, the description of which the species names are established, are kept in rooms which have limited access to the people.  Identification Facility It provides data for the identification of plant specimens for study.  Training Facility Herbaria have a

Gardens are a place where you can find different plants such as food plants, herb plants or even ornamental plants, however they are just normal gardens, Botanical Gardens on the other hand are more inclined towards science and research.  In botanical gardens, plants of various species and groups are cultivated and grown for the purpose of scientific study, public showcase, aesthetics and recreation. What are botanical gardens? Role of Botanical Gardens They often include themed gardens, greenhouses, walking paths, and interpretive signage to enhance the learning experience.  Additionally, they serve as popular destinations for tourists and locals alike, offering a peaceful escape from urban environments and a chance to connect with nature. Role of Botanical Gardens The role of botanical gardens is to promote, conserve, and educate the public about plant diversity and its importance to our ecosystem. Botanical gardens serve as living museums, research centres, and educational instituti

Nomenclature and the Codes of Biological Nomenclature What is a Nomenclature? A system of technical and scientific names given to living organisms animals and plants is known as a binomial nomenclature. It is made up of two words L. bi which is double, and G. nomos which represents the name.  According to this system, each plant and animal is given a two-word name, from which the first name shows the genus (plural is genera) from which the organism is from, and the second name is the specific name or the specific epithet referring to the species of the organism.  One interesting rule for scientific names is that all scientific names should be taken and drawn only from Greek or Latin words. And if the words are from another language they should be changed to Latin.  Here are some Biological names of some common things we know off :  Common Name  Biological Name  Mango  Mangifera indica  Wheat  Triticum aestivum Cockroach  Periplaneta americana  Man Homo sapiens  Codes of Biological Nome

Catabolism and Anabolism are the categories of metabolism processes in living organisms. Difference between catabolism and anabolism Metabolism is a collective term given to the chemical reactions that take place inside the cells of living organisms there are more than 5000 different types of chemicals which react to perform different functions as required by the body. Difference between Catabolism and Anabolism Anabolism  Catabolism In anabolism, the kinetic energy is changed into potential energy. In catabolism, potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. Anabolism is concerned with the biosynthesis, assimilation, storage and growth.  On the other hand, catabolism is concerned with the release of energy for vital activities.  Anabolism is a constructive metabolism in which the energy released by degradative reactions is used for synthetic reactions. However, Catabolism is a destructive metabolism in which the nutrients, acting as a source of energy are broken down to realise e

Definition of Life and Characteristics of Living Organisms Definition of Life Defining life is complex as it is a unique comprising of various elements such as biology, physical process and chemical characteristics. However, a scientist has tried to come up with a definition of life.  according to a scientist “Life is a unique, complex organisation of ions and molecules which perform certain chemical reactions in order to bring about life activities” From small amoeba that is a bacteria to great size giraffes, small herbs to large trees, all exhibit the signs of being living. Talking about living organisms, there are some of the characteristics of living organisms that they exhibit, let's look at some of the Characteristics of living organisms Living organisms have some common characteristics which can be stated as, Characteristics of Living Organisms Definite Shape & Size  Organ System Growth  Reproduction  Metabolism  Homeostasis Definite Shape & Size All living organ