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Classification in Action – Real-World Uses

Explore practical examples of how classification systems are used in science, medicine, conservation, and everyday life.

Module

Adaptations & Classification

Age

Age 9

Duration

10 min

Questions

5

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  1. Question 1

    Multiple choice

    Why do doctors and pharmacists use classification systems for drugs and medicines?

  2. Question 2

    Multiple choice

    Conservation scientists use classification to:

  3. Question 3

    Multiple choice

    When a new species of insect is discovered, it is classified based on:

  4. Question 4

    True or false

    Classification only happens in science labs – it is not used in everyday life.

  5. Question 5

    Matching

    Match each area to how it uses classification.

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