Question

Why do we need rules of nomenclature?

Answer 1

Nomenclature:

1. Nomenclature is the system of naming organisms in biological classification.
2. The binomial nomenclature system currently in use was introduced by Carolus Linnaeus in 1750.
3. The scientific name has two parts - A generic name and a specific epithet.
4. The organisms are named in Latin and written in italics.
5. The genus name must begin with a capital letter and the species name must begin with a small letter.
6. Rules for nomenclature are important as they help maintain a global uniformity in species identification and help keep track of species without discrepancies.