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Which of the following statements about chemotaxonomy is *incorrect*?

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: [Option D]
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Chemotaxonomy
	**Related Topics**: Taxonomy, Evolutionary Biology, Morphological Classification
	**Prerequisites**: Basic understanding of biological classification systems
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
		- Chemotaxonomy involves using chemical constituents (like proteins, nucleic acids, and secondary metabolites) for classifying organisms.
		- It aims to distinguish organisms that may look similar but differ chemically.
**Method & Steps**:
	1. **Understand Chemotaxonomy**
		Reasoning: Chemotaxonomy utilizes biochemical data for classification.
		Formula/Rule: None applicable, but it is based on comparisons of chemical profiles.
	2. **Evaluate Each Option**
		Working: Assessing the truthfulness of each statement regarding chemotaxonomy.
		Key Point: Statements a, b, and c all reflect the real applications of chemotaxonomy.
	3. **Identify the Incorrect Statement**
		Result: Option D is incorrect because chemotaxonomy does not rely solely on morphological characteristics.
		Verification: Morphological traits are part of taxonomy but are not the sole basis for chemotaxonomy.
## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] ✓: This statement is true as chemotaxonomy does use chemical constituents for classification.
[B] ✓: This statement is true; chemotaxonomy is indeed useful for distinguishing closely related species.
[C] ✓: This statement is true; it helps in understanding evolutionary relationships through chemical data.
[D] :x: This statement is incorrect because chemotaxonomy relies on chemical data in addition to morphological characteristics.
## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing chemotaxonomy with traditional taxonomy: Remember that chemotaxonomy focuses on chemical data.
		2. Overlooking the role of morphology: While morphology is important, chemotaxonomy specifically integrates biochemical information.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Associate chemotaxonomy with chemistry and biochemistry for better recall.
		2. Remember that classifying organisms can involve multiple characteristics, not just morphology.

Mr. NARESH KUMAR K · Answer

It uses chemical constituents of organisms for taxonomic classification.

Mr. NARESH KUMAR K · Answer

It can be useful in distinguishing closely related species with similar morphologies.

Mr. NARESH KUMAR K · Answer

It can help in understanding evolutionary relationships.

Mr. NARESH KUMAR K · Answer

The correct Option is "It relies solely on morphological characteristics for classification."

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