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ZOO 102 Practice Questions ZOO 102 4 Objective Question
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80. In the name 'Magnifera indica Linn.', 'Linn.' represents
Options
A The species author, Carolus Linnaeus
Correct Answer
B The genus name
C A subspecies designation
D An error in the name
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An abbreviated author citation at the end of a botanical/zoological name denotes the original authority who published the species name (Linnaeus).

Hint

Abbreviation for Carolus Linnaeus, the authority.

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Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Practice Questions ZOO 102 4
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 499 of 737
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