Which of the following is the correct sequence of taxonomic processes?
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Correct answer: Characterization → Identification → Classification → Nomenclature
The logical flow begins with describing the organism (Characterization), identifying it (Identification), grouping it (Classification), and finally giving it a formal name (Nomenclature).
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