Answer
A mailing address is analogous to biology’s hierarchical taxonomic system in that both are grouping systems of “increasing breadth.” Taxonomy classification is based on domains, kingdoms, phyla, classes, orders, families, genus, and lastly, species. An address classification is established on states, cities, streets, and finally, a building/house number.
Work Step by Step
In both cases, each level of organization becomes gradually more and more specific until only one possible object is left that can be described by the classification.
