how does classification/taxonomy work?

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How do researcher go from defining something in broad terms to giving it a tag name?

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Its an arbitrary system of perceived relationships that has been repeatedly revised as newer better understanding comes into wide acceptance. In other words, its a huge mess, but its getting better. If you are studying fungi or microorganisms may god help you.

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