Binomial Nomenclature

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Binomial Nomenclature: Overview

This topic covers concepts such as Binomial System of Nomenclature, Rules Followed for Binomial Nomenclature, International Code for Botanical Nomenclature, and International Code for Zoological Nomenclature.

Important Questions on Binomial Nomenclature

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Binomial system of nomenclature means that every organism has

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What is the biological name of Lion?

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Binomial nomenclature system of Linnaeus means that every organism has

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Match the following species with their scientific name :

  List-I   List-II
(a) The black buck (i)

Ailurus ochraceus

(b) Pygmy hog (ii)

Antelope cervicapra

(c) Kashmir stag (iii)

Sus salvanius

(d) Red Panda (iv) Cervus elaphus hanglu

Correct match is :-

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In Binomial nomenclature, the name of the author ______

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Classification of virus is done by:

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Linnaeus, is famous for

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In which book has Binomial Nomenclature been used for the first time?

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Binomial nomenclature refers to

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Select the incorrect statement.

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The generic name of neem is

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International codes of binomial nomenclature applies to

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The scientific name of sunflower is

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Botanical name of potato is

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Which name is written correctly?

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Mention of author's name after the species name is called

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Binomial nomenclature systems follow rules such as the

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Binomial nomenclature is published in

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In 'Solanum tuberosum', the word tuberosum denotes

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Species name is not used alone because: