Match the following. 1. a feature which identifies and distinguishes one living thing from another dichotomous key 2. a two-choice sorting device used in taxonomy characteristic 3. a sorting device made up of a system of choices, as used in taxonomy key

1. Characteristic refers to a feature that identifies and separates one living thing from another.  

2. A dichotomous key refers to a two-choice sorting tool that is utilized in taxonomy to determine genus species, taxa, or common names of animal or plant species.  

3. Key refers to a sorting device formed of a system of choices, as utilized in taxonomy.