# State the seven levels of the taxonomic hierarchy, from the largest group to the smallest group.

> Eduqas GCSE Biology — 2.1.1 Classification · State · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Kingdom and Phylum in correct relative order (Kingdom largest, Phylum second)
2. Class and Order in correct relative order following Phylum
3. Family and Genus in correct relative order following Order
4. Species as the smallest / final level

## Key terms

- [taxonomic hierarchy](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/taxonomic-hierarchy)

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