Nomenclature Types Quiz

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What is a nomenclatural type?

An illustration of the nomenclature process
A duplicate specimen of the holotype
A reference for the name of a taxon (correct)
A specimen kept under safekeeping in an unknown herbarium

What is the function of a holotype?

To be distributed to various herbaria worldwide
To serve as the definitive reference source for any questions of identity or nomenclature (correct)
To act as an illustration for the new taxon
To be kept in an unknown herbarium

Why are isotypes valuable?

Because they are reliable duplicates of the same taxon (correct)
Because they serve as holotypes
Because they are not recommended by the ICBN
Because they are kept in an unknown herbarium

Where is it recommended that a holotype be deposited?

In an internationally recognized herbarium (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does an isotype play in nomenclature?

Serving as a duplicate of the holotype to aid taxonomists worldwide (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nomenclatural type constitutes the most valuable specimen?

Holotype (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a nomenclatural type?

A specimen or illustration that serves as a reference for the name of a taxon (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a holotype in nomenclature?

To serve as the definitive reference source for identity and nomenclature (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are holotypes recommended to be deposited in an internationally recognized herbarium?

Because it ensures the safety and authenticity of the specimen (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an isotype in nomenclature?

A duplicate specimen of the holotype collected at the same time by the same person from the same population (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why are isotypes valuable in nomenclature?

Because they are reliable duplicates of the same taxon (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of holotypes in nomenclature?

Holotypes serve as the definitive reference source for identity and nomenclature (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a syntype in nomenclature?

Any specimen designated as the type with no specified holotype (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would a lectotype be selected?

When the original material is missing (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a neotype in nomenclature used for?

To serve as a type when the original material is lost (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a paratype from a holotype or syntype?

Paratypes are not designated as types initially (A) Signup and view all the answers

When would an epitype be selected according to the text?

If the lectotype is ambiguous with respect to the identification and diagnosis of the taxon (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a specimen selected from syntypes to serve as the type?

Lectotype (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a syntype in nomenclature?

Multiple specimens designated as type specimens in the original description without specifying a holotype (B) Signup and view all the answers

When is a lectotype selected?

When no holotype was designated at the time of publication (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a neotype used for in nomenclature?

To serve as a type when the original material is missing (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of nomenclature, what are paratypes?

Specimens that provide information on species variability but are not holotypes (D) Signup and view all the answers

When is an epitype selected?

When the holotype is clear in identification and diagnosis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates a lectotype from a neotype in nomenclature?

Lectotype is chosen when no holotype was designated; neotype is used when the original material is lost (B) Signup and view all the answers

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What is a nomenclatural type?

What is the function of a holotype?

Why are isotypes valuable?

Where is it recommended that a holotype be deposited?

What role does an isotype play in nomenclature?

Which type of nomenclatural type constitutes the most valuable specimen?

What is a nomenclatural type?

What is the function of a holotype in nomenclature?

Why are holotypes recommended to be deposited in an internationally recognized herbarium?

What is an isotype in nomenclature?

Why are isotypes valuable in nomenclature?

What is the significance of holotypes in nomenclature?

What is a syntype in nomenclature?

In what situation would a lectotype be selected?

What is a neotype in nomenclature used for?

What distinguishes a paratype from a holotype or syntype?

When would an epitype be selected according to the text?

Which term refers to a specimen selected from syntypes to serve as the type?

What is a syntype in nomenclature?

When is a lectotype selected?

What is a neotype used for in nomenclature?

In the context of nomenclature, what are paratypes?

When is an epitype selected?

What differentiates a lectotype from a neotype in nomenclature?

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