Question

Since 1735, the Linnaean classification system has been the basic system for all taxonomy in biology. Which statement best explains the reason for changing how organisms are classified today?

Question 7 options:

There are more organisms today than there were in the past.


Organisms are evolving at a faster rate than in the past.


More diverse and complex organisms are being discovered.


New information about the genetics of species is being discovered.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Millions of plants, animals, and microorganisms found on earth, have been identified by the scientists while many new species are still being discovered around the world. Therefore, to classify these newly discovered species, with new characters, new systems of classification have to be devised every now and then. This creates the requirement to change the existing systems of classification.

Answer 2

More diverse and complex organisms are being discovered.

Step-by-step explanation: