While traveling across the Atlantic, a scientist encountered an unfamiliar lizard. He used a classification tool that relied on observable features to determine its species. Once he knew the species, he could learn more about the type of environment the lizard was adapted to.Which best describes the purpose of identifying the lizard?
Answer
A
for satisfying curiosity and understanding how organisms interact
B
for identifying ecosystems and classifying organisms
C
for studying biodiversity and understanding how organisms interact
D
for classifying organisms and studying biodiversity