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Biology The Living World NCERT Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 11, 2026

Binomal nomenclature means -

A
One name given by two scientists
B
One scientific name consisting of a genus and specific epithet
C
Two names, one latinised, other of a person
D
Two names, one scientific, other local

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C

Binomial nomenclature, proposed by Linnaeus, gives each species a two-part scientific name:

(i) Genus name (capitalized)

(ii) Specific epithet (lowercase)

Example: Homo sapiens.

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