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| Taxonomy | Systematics |
|---|---|
| $(1)$ It is the branch of science dealing with the characterization,identification,nomenclature,and classification of organisms. | $(1)$ It is the study of the diversity of organisms and all their comparative and evolutionary relationships. |
| $(2)$ It focuses primarily on the rules and principles of classification. | $(2)$ It includes taxonomy along with the study of evolutionary relationships (phylogeny) between organisms. |
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