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    What are two levels of classification that are used in Binomial nomenclature?

    • Genus and Species
    • Family and Kingdom
    • Kingdom and Species
    • Species and Phylum
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  • 2. 

    Felis catus is the scientific name of which animal?

    • Dog

    • Lion

    • Cat

    • Monkey

    Correct Answer
    A. Cat
    Explanation
    Felis catus is the scientific name for the domestic cat. This scientific name is used to specifically identify and classify this particular species of feline.

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  • 3. 

    What is the full form of ICBN? 

    • International Center of Botanical Names of Organisms

    • International Code of Botanical Nomenclature

    • Internal Botanical Category Names

    • Internal Code of Botanical Nomenclature

    Correct Answer
    A. International Code of Botanical Nomenclature
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "International Code of Botanical Nomenclature." The International Code of Botanical Nomenclature is a set of rules and recommendations that govern the scientific naming of plants. It provides guidelines for the correct formation and use of botanical names, ensuring consistency and clarity in plant taxonomy and classification. The International Code of Botanical Nomenclature is essential for botanists and other scientists working in the field of plant taxonomy.

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  • 4. 

    What is the genus of Homo sapiens? 

    • Sapiens

    • Hominidae

    • Canidae

    • Homo

    Correct Answer
    A. Homo
    Explanation
    The genus of Homo sapiens is Homo. This is because Homo sapiens belongs to the genus Homo, which includes modern humans and their closest extinct relatives. The genus Homo is characterized by upright posture, large brains, and the ability to use tools. Therefore, Homo is the correct answer.

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  • 5. 

    Who proposed the system of Binomial nomenclature?

    • Gregor Mendel

    • Ernst Haeckel

    • Carl Linnaeus

    • Georges Cuvier

    Correct Answer
    A. Carl Linnaeus
    Explanation
    Carl Linnaeus proposed the system of Binomial nomenclature. This system is used to name and classify organisms by giving them a two-part scientific name consisting of a genus and species name. Linnaeus developed this system in the 18th century as a way to bring order and consistency to the naming of organisms. His work laid the foundation for modern taxonomy and is still widely used in the scientific community today.

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  • 6. 

    The scientific name of Potato is _________

    • Daucus carota subsp. sativus

    • Ipomoea batatas

    •  Panthera pardus

    • Solanum tuberosum

    Correct Answer
    A. Solanum tuberosum
    Explanation
    The scientific name of Potato is Solanum tuberosum.

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  • 7. 

    A specimen that is a duplicate of the holotype with the same collection data of the holotype is known as _____________________. 

    • Isotype

    • Epitype

    • Holotype

    • Neotype

    Correct Answer
    A. Isotype
    Explanation
    An isotype is a specimen that is a duplicate of the holotype and has the same collection data as the holotype. This means that it was collected at the same time and location as the holotype specimen. Isotypes are important for verification and comparison purposes in scientific research and taxonomy.

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  • 8. 

    If two organisms have the same phylum, they must also be in the same ___________. 

    • Species

    • Family

    • Kingdom

    • Class

    Correct Answer
    A. Kingdom
    Explanation
    If two organisms have the same phylum, they must also be in the same Kingdom. The Kingdom is the highest taxonomic rank in the classification of organisms, and organisms within the same Kingdom share certain fundamental characteristics and traits. The phylum is a lower taxonomic rank within the Kingdom, representing a group of organisms that share common characteristics and are more closely related to each other. Therefore, if two organisms belong to the same phylum, it implies that they also belong to the same Kingdom.

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following are requisites of binomial nomenclature? 

    • It should be unique

    • It should be difficult to pronounce

    • It should be easy to remember

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. It should be unique
    Explanation
    Binomial nomenclature is the system used to name organisms in biology. The requirement for the name to be unique ensures that each species has a distinct and specific name, which helps in identification and classification. This uniqueness is crucial for accurate communication and reference within the scientific community. It also helps to avoid confusion and ambiguity when discussing different species. Therefore, the statement "It should be unique" is a requisite of binomial nomenclature.

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    The single specimen that a researcher designates as the name-bearing representative of a newly found species is called _________________.

    • Paratype

    • Holotype

    • Lectotype

    • Epitype

    Correct Answer
    A. Holotype
    Explanation
    The single specimen that a researcher designates as the name-bearing representative of a newly found species is called a holotype. This specimen is used as the reference point for future comparisons and serves as the standard for defining the species. It is typically the first specimen discovered and described, and other specimens found later can be compared to the holotype to determine if they belong to the same species.

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