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____ is the basic unit of taxonomic hierarchy.

A

Phylum

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B

Order

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C

Family

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D

Species

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Solution

The correct option is D Species
Species are a group of living organisms which share genetic heritage. They are capable of interbreeding to produce a fertile offspring only with the members of their own species and not with members of other species. Members of a species have common characteristics.

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