genera

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genera Definition

plural of genus, a taxonomic category ranking below a family and above a species.

Using genera: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "genera" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The genera of flowering plants are divided into two groups: monocots and dicots.

  • Example

    There are many genera of bacteria that live in the human gut.

  • Example

    The classification of animals into different genera is based on their physical characteristics.

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Summary: genera in Brief

The term 'genera' [jen-er-uh] is the plural form of 'genus,' which is a taxonomic category that ranks below a family and above a species. It is used to classify living organisms based on their physical characteristics. For example, the genera of flowering plants are divided into monocots and dicots.