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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?
What is another informal name for binomial nomenclature?
What is another informal name for binomial nomenclature?
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