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Published on: August 20, 2026
In referring to an organism in writing, such as in a newspaper, textbook, or lab report, which of these rules should be followed?"
(1) Underline or italicize genus
(2) Underline or italicize species
(3) First letter of species should be uppercase
(4) First letter of genus should be uppercase
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Scientific names: Genus → capitalized, Species → lowercase, both italicized or underlined.
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