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Question (31)

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If 8 organisms belong to 8 different species but the same genus, how many distinct species names are present?

(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 4
(D) 8

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Each organism belongs to a different species.

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Question (32)

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Which of the following would create confusion in biology if binomial nomenclature did not exist?

(A) Universal identification of organisms
(B) Use of local names in different regions
(C) Scientific classification
(D) Laboratory observations

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Common names vary across regions and languages.

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Question (33)

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The species name in a binomial name begins with

(A) A capital letter always
(B) A lowercase letter always
(C) A number
(D) A symbol

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Species epithets begin with lowercase letters.

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Question (34)

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Which scientific name violates both capitalization rules?

(A) Homo sapiens
(B) Homo Sapiens
(C) homo sapiens
(D) Homo erectus

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The genus should be capitalised.

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Question (35)

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If two organisms have identical scientific names, they are considered

(A) Different species
(B) Different genera
(C) The same species
(D) Different kingdoms

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

A scientific name uniquely identifies a species.

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Question (36)

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Which branch of biology benefits directly from universal scientific naming?

(A) Taxonomy
(B) Ecology
(C) Genetics
(D) All of these

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Scientific naming supports all biological disciplines.

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Question (37)

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A researcher from India and another from Brazil use the name Homo sapiens. This illustrates

(A) Regional naming
(B) Universal nomenclature
(C) Common naming systems
(D) Local classification

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Scientific names are accepted worldwide.

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Question (38)

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Why is the genus name written before the species name?

(A) It reflects the hierarchical relationship used in classification.
(B) It is easier to pronounce.
(C) It reduces the length of names.
(D) It indicates habitat.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The genus is a broader category than the species.

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Question (39)

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Which of the following is an example of incorrect scientific-name formatting in printed text?

(A) Homo sapiens written in italics
(B) Mangifera indica written in italics
(C) Panthera leo written in italics
(D) Homo sapiens written without italics

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Scientific names in print should be italicised.

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Question (40)

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Scientific naming contributes to society mainly by

(A) Eliminating biodiversity
(B) Providing a precise and universally accepted identification system
(C) Replacing all common names
(D) Restricting biological research

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Scientific names ensure accurate and universal identification of organisms.

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Question (31)

If 8 organisms belong to 8 different species but the same genus, how many distinct species names are present?

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Question (32)

Which of the following would create confusion in biology if binomial nomenclature did not exist?

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Question (33)

The species name in a binomial name begins with

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Question (34)

Which scientific name violates both capitalization rules?

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Question (35)

If two organisms have identical scientific names, they are considered

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Question (36)

Which branch of biology benefits directly from universal scientific naming?

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Question (37)

A researcher from India and another from Brazil use the name Homo sapiens. This illustrates

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Question (38)

Why is the genus name written before the species name?

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Question (39)

Which of the following is an example of incorrect scientific-name formatting in printed text?

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Question (40)

Scientific naming contributes to society mainly by

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