Rational Expressions and Equations, Page 1 of 38. Definition. To simplify a rational expression (an algebraic fraction) means to write the fraction so that there are no common factors. other than 1 or -1. Steps to simplify an algebraic fraction. 1.Factor the numerator and denominator. 2.Divide out all common factors.
Best Answer: Taxonomy is the science of classifying organisms. The system currently used by taxonomists is called the Linnaean taxonomic system, in honor of Swedish biologist Carolus Linnaeus (1707 â 1778). The Linnaean system breaks down organisms into seven major divisions, called taxa (singular: taxon).
Species is a taxonomic category containing several genera. Two different organisms can have the same scientific name. Under the Linnaean system of classification, organisms are grouped based on form and sfructure. Linnaeus devised the eight levels into to which different groups of organisms can be classified.