Scientific classification is a key concept in the study of biology and taxonomy. It involves grouping organisms into categories based on their physical and genetic traits. There are several synonyms for the term scientific classification, including taxonomic classification, biological classification, and systematic classification. Taxonomic classification focuses on the classification of organisms into groups based on their evolutionary history and physical characteristics. Biological classification similarly focuses on grouping organisms based on their biological characteristics, and systematic classification is the process of organizing and categorizing organisms into a hierarchy based on their evolutionary relationships. Together, these terms all refer to the essential practice of identifying and organizing living things according to their characteristics in order to better understand their relationships and place in the natural world.