Botany-Binomial Nomenclature

NEET Botany Binomial Nomenclature MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11

Which of the following statements about binomial nomenclature is correct?

A

The first part of the name represents the genus, while the second part indicates the specific epithet.

B

Both parts of the name are derived from the species of the organism.

C

Binomial nomenclature assigns names based solely on common usage.

D

The specific epithet is always a single word, regardless of the genus name.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The correct statement is that the first part of the binomial name represents the genus, and the second part is the specific epithet, as indicated by the examples of Mangifera indica, Solanum tuberosum, and Panthera leo in the NCERT context.

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