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BIO 101 Classification and Evolution of living things Objective Question
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What is a tautonym?
Options
A A name where the genus and specific epithet are the same
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B A scientific name with three parts
C The name of a cultivar
D The name of a hybrid
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A tautonym is a scientific name where the generic name and specific name are the same, such as Naja naja (Indian cobra).

Hint

It's like a first and last name that are identical.

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Course: BIO 101
Topic: Classification and Evolution of living things
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1010 of 2556
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