A dichotomous key is a tool used for identifying unknown organisms or objects based on a series of choices that lead to the identification of the correct classification. It works by presenting a series of paired statements or questions, each with two possible answers. The user selects the answer that best describes the organism or object they are trying to identify, then follows the corresponding instructions to proceed to the next set of choices. This process continues until the user reaches a final identification for the organism or object in question. The key is designed in such a way that each choice leads to a distinct and specific classification, narrowing down the options until only one possibility remains.
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