Question

At the present time, scientists have named approximately .......... species.

• A. 100,000
• B. 500,000
• C. 1,000,000
• D. 1,500,000
• E. 10,000,000

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1,500,000

Scientists have continuously been identifying new species of organisms and the as of now around 15 lakh species have been identified and named. They are named using a scientific system of nomenclature according to the rules laid down by ICBN and ICZN in order to prevent any confusion.

So, the correct answer is, '1,500,000'.