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BIO 101 Classification and Evolution of living things Objective Question
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Who is regarded as the 'father' of modern taxonomy?
Options
A Charles Darwin
B Jean Baptiste Lamarck
C Carolus Linnaeus
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D Louis Pasteur
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Carolus Linnaeus (1707-1788) developed the modern taxonomic system, including the hierarchy and binomial nomenclature, and is regarded as the 'father' of modern taxonomy.

Hint

This scientist developed the binomial system and a hierarchy for classifying organisms.

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: Classification and Evolution of living things
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 990 of 2556
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