Which is a correct rule of writing names in binomial nomenclature?

The name of the genus begins with a small letter.

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When printed, the scientific name is given in italics.

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The name of the species begins with a capital letter.

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When written by hand, the name of genus and species begins with small letters.

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The correct option is B
When printed, the scientific name is given in italics.

When printed, the scientific name is given in italics.

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