Microbiome

Microbial Taxonomy

Taxonomy is the classification, nomenclature and identification of microorganisms (algae, protozoa, slime molds, fungi, bacteria, archaea and viruses). The naming of organisms by genus and species is governed by international norms. Microbial taxonomy includes identification of isolates as known species, classification of new isolates (creation of new taxa), and nomenclature. Taxonomy applies to all living organisms, providing a consistent method to classify, name and identify organisms. This consistency allows biologists around the world to use a common label for every organism studied across numerous biological disciplines. Taxonomy is divided into three parts: (1) classification, (2) nomenclature, and (3) identification. There are naming rules, but no classification or identification rules. Microbial taxonomy is a method by which microorganisms can be grouped together. Organisms that share similarities in the criteria used belong to the same group and are separated from other Microbiomes with different characteristics. There are many classification criteria that can be used.