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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Vigna unguiculata x Vigna rotundata is an example of .......... name
Options
A Varietal
B Hybrid
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C Cultivar
D Form
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'x' in a scientific name indicates a hybrid. This notation is used when two different species (in this case, two Vigna species) are crossed.

Hint

What does the 'x' symbol denote between two species names?

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