scientific classification

[/ˌsaɪən'tɪfɪk klæsɪfɪ'keɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: scientific classifications / classificações científicas
classificação científica
1. A systematic method of organizing and categorizing organisms, objects, or phenomena based on observable characteristics and scientific principles
The scientific classification of animals uses a hierarchical system of kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.
A classificação científica dos animais utiliza um sistema hierárquico de reino, filo, classe, ordem, família, gênero e espécie.
2. In biology, the formal arrangement of living organisms into categories based on evolutionary relationships and shared traits
Modern scientific classification reflects our understanding of evolutionary biology and genetic relationships.
A classificação científica moderna reflete nossa compreensão da biologia evolutiva e das relações genéticas.
3. Any systematic categorization used in science to organize knowledge and establish order among diverse subjects
The scientific classification of chemical elements is known as the periodic table.
A classificação científica dos elementos químicos é conhecida como a tabela periódica.
Scientific classification is fundamental to biology education in both Brazil and the United States, introduced in secondary school curricula. The Linnaean system remains widely taught and respected in both cultures, though modern genetic classification methods are increasingly emphasized. In Brazil, the study of 'classificação científica' is a core component of 'Ciências' (Science) and 'Biologia' courses.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
taxonomybiological classificationsystematic classificationcategorizationtaxonomic arrangement
Antonyms / Antônimos
disorganizationrandom groupingunsystematic arrangement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
classificação científica
Standard term used in Brazilian educational and scientific contexts
São Paulo
classificação científica
Standard usage in academic institutions and research centers
Portugal
classificação científica
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese; widely used in Portuguese scientific literature
Angola/Mozambique
classificação científica
Standard usage in Portuguese-speaking African countries

Related Words

taxonomynomenclaturebinomial nomenclaturephylogenetickingdomspeciesgenusevolutionary relationships

Related Idioms & Phrases

According to scientific classification
Within the framework of scientific classification
By scientific classification standards
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