17. Q. How are classes formed? A. By the special modification of a type.

18. Q. What are orders? A. They are groups of the same class related by a

common structure.

19. Q. What is a family or genus? A. A still smaller group having

generally the same essential structure.

20. Q. What is a species? A. It is the smallest group whose structure is

constant.

21. Q. What are individuals? A. They are the units of organic life,

forming a complete animated existence.

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