A group of related genera is called a

Biology The Living World Taxonomic Categories Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 12, 2026

family

class

phylum

order

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A family is a taxonomic group that includes related genera.

For example, the genus Solanum (potato, tomato, brinjal) belongs to the family Solanaceae.

It is a higher rank than genus but lower than order.

Families group organisms with similar structural and genetic traits.

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