Suffixes are often used to identify taxonomic ranks in plants. Which suffix denotes a 'Family' in plant classification?
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Correct answer: -aceae
In plant nomenclature, the suffix '-aceae' is used for families (e.g., Solanaceae, Poaceae), while '-ales' is used for orders (e.g., Polymoniales, Poales).
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