A structural classification of plants based on the outward physical properties of individual plants, or the general form of a vegetation cover (tree, shrub, herb, thallophyte, etc.) is called
A) formation class.
B) biome.
C) life-form designation.
D) ecosystem.

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The life-form designation refers to the classification of plants based on their physical properties or form, such as whether they are trees, shrubs, herbs, thallophytes, etc. This classification system is focused on the external characteristics of the plant rather than its ecological or environmental context. It is commonly used to describe and compare different vegetation types and is an important tool for ecologists and botanists studying plant communities. Formation class and biome are broader classifications that take into account other ecological factors beyond plant morphology, while an ecosystem includes both living and nonliving components in a specific area.

A Structural Classification of Plants Based on the Outward Physical