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Biology The Living World Skill Builder Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 21, 2026

The scientific name of mango is written as Mangifera indica L. Which of the following statements is correct regarding this ?

A
Letter L signifies Latin language
B
The name should be written reverse with Indica preceding Mangifera
C
Letter L signifies the author Linnaeus
D
Indica is the generic name

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The correct answer is:
C

Mangifera → Genus (generic name)

indica → Species (specific epithet)

L. → Stands for Carl Linnaeus, the scientist who first described the species

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