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What is the binomial system of nomenclature?
A system where each organism is given two names, genus and specific epithet
What is the first and second name together referred to as in the binomial system?
Species
Who developed the binomial system of nomenclature?
Carolus Linnaeus
What are microbial cells studied in microbiology?
Viruses, algae, protozoa, fungi, prions, and virions
What is the science of taxonomy based on?
Appearance and behavior of living organisms
What is the binomial system of nomenclature based on?
Appearance and behavior of organisms
What does the first name in the binomial system of nomenclature represent?
Genus
What is the specific epithet in the binomial system of nomenclature?
The second name
What are the first and second names together referred to as in the binomial system?
Species
What organisms are considered to be microbial cells and studied in microbiology?
Viruses, algae, protozoa, fungi, prions, and virions
Test your understanding of microbial diversity in microbiology with this quiz. Learn to differentiate between viruses, algae, protozoa, fungi, prions, and virions based on their structural and functional differences. Sharpen your knowledge of microbial classification and the characteristics of different group members of microorganisms.
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