Botany-Binomial Nomenclature
NEET Botany Binomial Nomenclature MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
Which of the following statements about binomial nomenclature is correct?
A
The specific epithet is always written with a capital letter.
B
The genus name represents a group of closely related species.
C
Each species is represented by a two-word Latin name.
D
Binomial nomenclature is only used for plants and not for animals.
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The genus name groups closely related species, while the specific epithet distinguishes them. The specific epithet is not capitalized, and binomial nomenclature applies to all organisms, not just plants.
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