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Binomial Nomenclature

Biology ⇒ Biological Classification

Binomial Nomenclature starts at 8 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Binomial Nomenclature. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.
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A researcher writes the scientific name of a bacterium as Escherichia Coli. Identify the error in this nomenclature.
A scientist discovers a new plant and names it Rosa alba. What does 'alba' refer to in this name?
A student writes the scientific name of the tiger as panthera tigris. Is this correct? Explain your answer.
Binomial nomenclature uses how many names to identify a species?
Describe the importance of type specimens in binomial nomenclature.
Describe the process of assigning a new scientific name to a newly discovered species.
Explain the difference between a genus and a species in binomial nomenclature.
Explain the significance of the authority name in binomial nomenclature.
Explain why binomial nomenclature is considered a universal system.
Explain why Latin is used in binomial nomenclature.
What is the main advantage of using binomial nomenclature over common names?
Who is known as the 'Father of Binomial Nomenclature'?
A newly discovered species of bird is found in two geographically isolated regions. Scientists propose two different binomial names for the same species. Explain the process by which the correct scientific name is determined according to the rules of binomial nomenclature.
A scientist discovers two organisms that appear morphologically similar but assigns them to different genera based on genetic analysis. Explain how binomial nomenclature helps avoid confusion in such cases, and discuss the importance of genetic data in modern taxonomy.
Discuss the role of international codes (such as ICZN and ICN) in maintaining consistency and stability in binomial nomenclature. Provide examples of how these codes resolve conflicts in naming.