STANDARDBotany-Biological Classification

STANDARD Botany Nomenclature MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Nomenclature is governed by certain universal rules. Which one of the following is contrary to the rules of nomenclature

A

Biological names can be written in any language

B

The first word in a biological name represents the genus name, and the second is a specific epithet

C

The names are written in Latin and are italicized

D

When written by hand, the names are to be underlined

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Biological names must be in Latin or Latinized form, not in any language.

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