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Describe the procedures adopted in numerical taxonomy.
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Numerical taxonomy is a quantitative approach to classification in which organisms are grouped based on overall similarity using numerical methods. The procedure begins with the selection of operational taxonomic units (OTUs), which may be species, genera, strains, or populations, depending on the scope of the study. OTUs must be clearly defined and comparable to ensure objectivity. The next step involves the selection and coding of characters. A large number of equally weighted characters are chosen from morphology, anatomy, physiology, cytology, biochemistry, or molecular data. Characters are usually coded in binary or multistate numerical
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