What significant step did John Ray take in botany?
Water irrigation
Herbal medicine
Genetic modification
Modern taxonomy
Answer
In modern taxonomy, John Ray laid the groundwork for the systematic classification of plants. His seminal work, "Historia Plantarum", published in three volumes between 1686 and 1704, presented a comprehensive system of plant classification based on observable characteristics, paving the way for the development of modern botanical taxonomy. Ray's contributions marked a significant advancement in the field of botany, shaping our understanding of plant diversity and relationships.
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