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ZOO 102 Practice Questions ZOO 102 1 Objective Question
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28. Why did the need for binomial nomenclature arise?
Options
A Because organisms had no common names at all
B Because organisms were given different names in different environments, leading to confusion
Correct Answer
C Because Latin was the only spoken language
D Because scientists disliked long names
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Common names vary widely by region, language, and culture, creating ambiguity. Binomial nomenclature introduced standardized, globally recognized scientific names.

Hint

Local common names cause confusion across different languages and locations.

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Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Practice Questions ZOO 102 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 328 of 737
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