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BIO 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

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The binomial system assigns to each organism a unique name that describes its: a. family and species b. genus and species c. evolutionary history d. body plan and habitat
Options
A family and species
B genus and species
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C evolutionary history
D body plan and habitat
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The unique two-part scientific name in binomial nomenclature consists of the genus name and the specific epithet (species name). This combination is unique to each species.

Hint

The name is a combination of the broader group and the specific kind.

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