Question

Binomial nomenclature means that every organism has

• A. Two names one scientific and other popular
• B. One scientific name with two parts
• C. One name given by two scientists
• D. Two names, one latinize and other of person

Answer 1

The correct option is B One scientific name with two parts

Binomial nomenclature for the scientific naming of organisms was developed by Carolus Linnaeus. This system provides distinct and proper scientific names to the variety of organisms. Each name has two parts, i.e., the first part comprises of its generic name, while the second part is the specific epithet. This naming system which uses two word format is universally accepted and used, as it is more convenient to understand and follow.

For example, Mangifera indica Linn., here 'Mangifera' is genus while 'indica' is specific epithet, whereas Linn. represents that this species was first described by Linnaeus. Thus, the correct answer is option B.