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What is the system of naming organisms developed by Carolus Linnaeus known as?
What is the system of naming organisms developed by Carolus Linnaeus known as?
In taxonomy, what does the first part of a scientific name refer to?
In taxonomy, what does the first part of a scientific name refer to?
What did Aristotle use as a basis for grouping organisms in the fourth century B.C.?
What did Aristotle use as a basis for grouping organisms in the fourth century B.C.?
Which taxon is the most specific in the hierarchy of naming organisms?
Which taxon is the most specific in the hierarchy of naming organisms?
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Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true?
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In the taxonomy hierarchy, what is the relationship between family and genus?
In the taxonomy hierarchy, what is the relationship between family and genus?
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What is the purpose of using a binomial nomenclature system to name organisms?
What is the purpose of using a binomial nomenclature system to name organisms?
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In binomial nomenclature, what does the first part of the organism's scientific name refer to?
In binomial nomenclature, what does the first part of the organism's scientific name refer to?
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Why is Latin chosen as the language for naming in binomial nomenclature?
Why is Latin chosen as the language for naming in binomial nomenclature?
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Which scientist is known as the father of modern taxonomy for his contribution to the development of binomial nomenclature?
Which scientist is known as the father of modern taxonomy for his contribution to the development of binomial nomenclature?
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