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What is binomial nomenclature?
What is binomial nomenclature?
- A formal system of naming species using two names, a generic name and a specific name (correct)
- A system of naming species using only one name, a scientific name
- A system of naming species using three names, a generic name, a specific name, and a common name
- A system of naming species using multiple names to cover different characteristics
What does the generic name in binomial nomenclature identify?
What does the generic name in binomial nomenclature identify?
- The order to which the species belongs
- The family to which the species belongs
- The genus to which the species belongs (correct)
- The species within the genus
What language are the names in binomial nomenclature based on?
What language are the names in binomial nomenclature based on?
- Latin (correct)
- English
- Spanish
- French
What does the specific name or specific epithet in binomial nomenclature distinguish?
What does the specific name or specific epithet in binomial nomenclature distinguish?
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What is another informal name for binomial nomenclature?
What is another informal name for binomial nomenclature?
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